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AI Literacy Essentials For Students: Preparing For The Future

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Prepare students for the future with AI literacy essentials. Discover how understanding AI concepts, acquiring practical skills, and exploring ethical considerations can empower students in a digital world. Explore comprehensive AI training resources from Innovative Educators.

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"I learn differently."

Three small words that can make a world of difference for kids like me who grew up struggling with learning issues.

Sounds simple enough, right?

Wrong.

If your child has a learning disability, getting them help-working with the school to get an effective IEP -is the first thing on your mind. But helping them get comfortable talking about it is also important. And for a lot of kids, opening up isn't as easy as it sounds.

Without context, the symptoms of LD can look like laziness or disobedience, and, more often than not, that means kids find themselves being disciplined rather than helped.

I have ADHD and dyscalculia. As a kid I was dreamy, disorganized, and really (really) bad at math. I doodled during class and regularly missed homework assignments. On the other hand I was also smart, talkative, and good at writing. The discrepancy made my weaknesses seem willful.

"I was in trouble all the time," agrees Kaitlin, a 16-year-old high school student with ADHD and auditory processing issues. "I was afraid to tell them what was going on with me, so they just thought I was a bad student. It seemed like I didn't care about doing well, which wasn't true."

Kaitlin's mother was working with the school to get her the accommodations she needed, but Kaitlin was still uncomfortable talking about her learning disability.

"It took time for me to open up, but in my second semester of 9 th grade I started telling my teachers that I had learning difficulties and right away things got a lot better," she says. "For the first time, they saw that I really was trying, even if it didn't always seem that way, and I got the help I needed."

When you're a kid who's struggling to stay afloat, drawing attention to yourself can feel scary. If your child is reluctant to open up about their learning needs, doing a little groundwork at home can help get the conversation started.

Assess readiness: Some kids, especially younger ones, might not be ready to speak up, and that's okay! You can model good advocacy skills by talking with your child (and letting her see you talk to others) about learning differences frankly and comfortably.

Ask and listen: If your child is uncomfortable talking to others about their learning issues, have a talk about what's bothering them. They may be feeling embarrassed or ashamed of being "different." Take this as an opportunity to reassure them and talk through their fears or doubts. They'll feel better and you'll have the information you need to support them emotionally, as well as academically.

Once your child is feeling comfortable and you're confident they've got a strong understanding of their LD, help them get their message across clearly with these pointers:

Name your LD: Even though teachers should have the information, it's good for a child to get in the habit of naming of their learning difference-for example, "I have auditory processing disorder"-so there is no confusion.

Be specific: Not all kids with learning issues are the same, so encourage your child to spell out the ways their LD affects their personally: "It's hard for me to hear when there's a lot of background noise, so sometimes I miss parts of the lecture." Knowing what has worked for them in the past-and what hasn't-will give teachers a head start on providing the best support.

Talk about strengths, too: Encourage your child not to just recite a list of things they're "bad" at, but to talk about things they're good at, too, and their interests. This will not only boost their self-esteem, it will help the teacher place them in activities that allow them to demonstrate their strengths.

Express enthusiasm: Sometimes learning issues can make it hard for others to see how passionate kids are about succeeding in school. Expressing enthusiasm and interest in doing well will help your child turn their teachers into allies.

Tell on yourself: If your child has habits or strategies they use to manage their LD that don't necessarily look like what they are, encourage them to let the teacher know. For example: I pay attention best when my hands are occupied, so I used to draw all through class. I heard every word, but to my teachers I looked disinterested and bored. Once I learned to let teachers know why I was doodling, they knew I was paying attention, even if it didn't always look like it.

Test drive: When your child feels ready, go over what they're going to say a few times at home. This way you can be sure they're sharing useful information and give them a chance to practice in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Provide back up: Talk to them about how they'll handle situations that are less than perfect. And if they're not getting the accommodations they are entitled to, agree that they'll tell you about it right away. This way you can provide comforting, positive feedback, and make a time to talk with the teacher and the administration if you need to.

Start small: If they're feeling nervous, encourage them to pick one person they feel comfortable with-a favorite teacher, camp counselor, or even a family friend, as a "test" candidate they can practice on.

"I didn't really learn to talk about my ADHD until college," says Lauren, who struggled with learning issues throughout middle and high school. Looking back, she feels strongly that finally having a community of LD/ADHD-friendly peers was what helped her to open up.

"I ended up at a school where other students had learning issues and talked about them!" she says. "For the first time I had friends who spoke openly about having LDs. Finding out I wasn't alone made me feel more comfortable talking about my ADHD. Now I'm more forthcoming. It's almost like a disclaimer: 'You'll have to be ok with this part of me if you want to be my friend.' "

For many kids who struggle with the stigma of learning differently, finding out that other kids they like and respect also struggle with learning issues boosts self-esteem and helps bust stigma. It was huge for me.

We all have, somewhere, a list of things we wish we could tell our younger selves. It's going to be okay. You don't have to change to fit in. Your hair looks great. I promise!

But if I had to pick just one thing to tell my past self it would be this:

Speak up about your learning issues. Do it loudly and often. Don't be scared. You won't be sorry.

As a parent though, you don't need to be a time traveler to help your kids develop the confidence to advocate for themselves. Just pass the message on. You'll be giving them the tools they need for a brighter, better future.

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How to Help Kids Talk About Learning Disabilities - Child Mind Institute

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Sometimes opening up about learning differently is hard, but with practice, the rewards can be huge. How to talk to kids about learning disabilities.

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Disability Is Diversity

Inclusion is the intentional design of educational systems that provide ALL students equal access, opportunities, and a sense of belonging. A truly inclusive environment does not value one marginalized group over another; instead, it recognizes the unique backgrounds of all members of the community, including but not limited to cultural heritage, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other differences. However, disability is often overlooked in inclusion efforts in the field of education, despite 15% of the K-12 student population across the country having a disability.

Individuals with disabilities often experience discrimination from multiple perspectives, as disability intersects with other marginalized identities. Not all disabilities are visible, often leading to assumptions about students' abilities. To create awareness about disabilities, the implementation of inclusive programs is essential. Programs like these provide valuable opportunities for students to learn about diverse experiences, including those who live with disabilities, and help them develop a more empathetic understanding of the world. By exposing students to different perspectives, we encourage inclusive thinking and pave the way for greater inclusivity in future generations.

The Goal of Inclusion

Inclusion is a comprehensive framework that provides consistent and universal experience for all members of a learning community. The ultimate goal of inclusion is to ensure every student has the opportunity to engage, participate, feel appreciated, and be heard, regardless of their identity. It goes beyond merely acknowledging differences; it entails celebrating diversity in all forms to ensure students feel respected and valued for who they are.

Although inclusion may look different for each student, there are three main goals to strive for when appropriate:

1. Place students in age-appropriate general education classes within their neighborhood school district.

2. Provide high-quality instruction (with support as needed) to help them succeed in the core curriculum.

3. Offer interventions and support to develop student self-advocacy skills and independence.

Students with disabilities represent a significant portion of the overall student population; how can we effectively promote an environment of genuine inclusion for all students?

The Inclusive Classroom

Creating an inclusive classroom acknowledges and accommodates the unique needs and abilities of all students. Intentional classroom design is focused on three main components of inclusion: academic, physical, and social.

Academic

Academic inclusion considers the removal of any barriers that may prevent students from accessing the content, participating in classroom activities, and demonstrating their knowledge. This may involve providing accommodations or modifications for students with disabilities, ensuring that instructional materials are culturally responsive, or offering alternative ways of demonstrating mastery of the content.

Physical

Physical inclusion is the intentional design of all places and spaces on a school campus that cater to the diverse needs of students. It involves exceeding the minimum ADA accessibility requirements, such as wheelchair ramps, elevators, and wide doorways. Instead, it consists of designing a space that supports learning and enables students to be successful for an extended period-for instance, providing flexible seating arrangements such as standing desks and beanbag chairs. Physical inclusion considers access to sensory tools such as fidgets to help students be successful in a sensory calm environment.

Social

Social inclusion fosters an environment where disabilities are seen as positive qualities instead of shortcomings and where teachers consider all students as their own. Encouraging participation in inclusive play and involving students in various activities provides opportunities for meaningful contributions.

This approach cultivates a learning community that:

1. Creates a sense of belonging

2. Provides all students with the ability to participate in the social experience

3. Fosters a sense of community in which diversity is valued

4. Ensures all students have a role

How All Students Benefit From Inclusion

Research suggests that inclusive education positively impacts all students, not just those who receive special education services. Studies have shown that inclusive classrooms:

1. Improve Academic Success: A study conducted by Indiana University and published in the Journal of Special Education in 2022 found that high schools implementing inclusive classrooms have higher grades and are better prepared for secondary education and future jobs. Additionally, a 2016 study by Alana and ABT associates shows that inclusive classrooms support academic excellence for all students.

2. Increase Confidence: Inclusive classrooms have benefits that go beyond academic achievement. They help students develop self-confidence and improve their social interactions with their peers. Instead of viewing differences negatively, inclusive classrooms celebrate diversity and promote acceptance of differences. They also provide all students with a better understanding of disabilities and differences.

3. Develop a Sense of Community: Inclusive classrooms promote social and emotional development among students. By encouraging group activities and collaborative projects, students learn to communicate effectively and work together. This approach also helps them develop respect for each other's differences. Creating a culture of acceptance and understanding fosters a sense of safety, and students can comfortably express themselves and share their thoughts and ideas.

4. Provide Support and Access for All Students: In an inclusive classroom, teachers use a flexible teaching approach rather than a standardized one. They aim to create an environment where every student receives the support they need to succeed academically and develop the knowledge and skills required for success after graduation, regardless of their background or abilities.

Inclusion plays a vital role in promoting community and collaboration, which helps cultivate a supportive learning environment for ALL students. When schools embrace diversity and make efforts to foster a sense of belonging among their students, it creates an empowering learning environment where every student feels respected and included academically, physically, and socially.

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Disability Inclusion in Education: The Benefits & Importance for All Students

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This module offers a description of related services and an overview of the benefits they provide to students with disabilities in the general education classroom. It highlights five commonly used related services (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology Services, Social Work Services, and Psychological Services) and briefly highlights many of the other related services as identified through IDEA '04 (est. completion time: 1 hour).

Work through the sections of this module in the order presented in the STAR graphic above.

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Dual Language Learners with Disabilities: Supporting Young Children in the Classroom (IRIS Center Module)

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ParentPowered - Evidence-Based Family Engagement

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Looking for more family-friendly strategies and resources to bring science of reading strategies home? Check out our blog posts for more great content!

Reading is one of the most important skills that children can learn. In addition to unlocking developmental benefits, reading cultivates joy and imagination - opening up new worlds, ideas, and curiosities. Literacy is a cornerstone to lifelong learning and thriving.

Every child - every person - deserves to read. Yet millions of kids and adults in the United States read at or below a basic level. What stands in the way of building this core ability? How can educators and families together cultivate the foundational literacy skills that create successful readers?

A clue to strong reading skills lies in understanding how humans evolved. At a young age, children learn to speak naturally without anyone explicitly teaching them. But learning to read is different. Because written language is much newer than spoken language in the span of human history, we have not evolved to translate a code of written symbols into sound and meaning. As a result, reading requires active teaching and learning, going beyond exposure to books or trial and error.

For this reason, it is important to study and identify the evidence-based practices for teaching literacy, and determine which lead to skilled reading. This is where the science of reading comes into play.

Family engagement is essential to a child's literacy development

From the moment they are born, children build early reading skills at home that serve them later in formal classrooms. Families are a child's first teachers, and they play a critical role in developing these linguistic and cognitive processes.

Using principles gleaned from the science of reading, educators can cultivate collaborative relationships with families that serve the ultimate goal of creating effective readers. Research has shown that learning outcomes improve when educators and families partner.

Reading is essential for academic success

Educators often talk about the importance of shifting mindsets on student literacy from "learning to read" to "reading to learn". This is because success in school and in the world beyond the classroom depends on whether students can become skilled readers.

As early as kindergarten, a child's reading skills can predict their success in future areas including literacy, math abilities, and more ( National Institute for Literacy, 2008). This relationship exists even after controlling for factors such as demographic or socioeconomic status ( Claessens et al, 2009). Further, reading ability can impact other non-academic outcomes. As The Annie E. Casey Foundation found in their 2012 report, "One in six children who are not reading proficiently in third grade do not graduate from high school on time - [which is] four times the rate for children with proficient third-grade reading skills."

The urgency for creating strong readers cannot be understated. In 2021, only 33% of twelfth graders performed at or above 'Proficient' reading levels on the NAEP reading assessment ( Nation's Report Card 2022). Today, nearly 43% of adults are functionally illiterate which has wide ranging consequences on society beyond the individual level. The National Council for Adult Literacy estimates that illiteracy costs the U.S. economy $225 billion every year.

Understanding the essential components of successful reading instruction is key to supporting students to become proficient readers with fruitful opportunities in their futures. The research insights gained from the science of reading shed light on which evidence-based reading strategies and educational practices help kids best learn this critical capability.

Challenges and disparities in reading development

Education research indicates that significant disparities exist among student groups when it comes to reading proficiency. These gaps can be traced along racial, socioeconomic, and even linguistic lines.

For instance, in 2022, only 48% of fourth graders eligible for the National School Lunch Program performed at or above a 'Basic' level in fourth-grade reading. NAEP reading scores were also significantly lower than scores from 2019 among Black or African American, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaska Native students as compared with White students. Last, among fourth graders who are English Learners, just 33% performed at or above the 'Basic' reading level for their grade ( Nation's Report Card 2022). English language learners may also face late-emerging reading difficulties at higher rates than native speakers, especially during the upper elementary and middle school years ( Kieffer, 2010).

Studies have also found that disparities emerge even before a child enters a kindergarten or first-grade classroom. Two-year-old children from low-SES families were already six months behind children from high-SES families in processing skills critical to language development, which contribute to later reading success ( Fernald et al., 2013). Early gaps in literacy and other cognitive skills impact children's overall kindergarten readiness and long-term success.

These gaps are the result of inequitable access to resources that bolster reading skills - and not due to effort, languages spoken, or cultural background. Equity in education is essential to address disadvantages created by these disparities in skilled reading. The science of reading offers the opportunity to create equitable spaces and community partnerships that foster key reading abilities in every student, regardless of circumstance. In fact, research has found that instructional practices based on science of reading strategies benefit all children, not just those with specific literacy challenges or from a particular socioeconomic group. 1

By prioritizing equitable and effective strategies for reading instruction, educators move towards a universality of student outcomes - helping every student thrive as a successful reader at every grade level.

1 Dykstra, S. (2013). The Impact of Scientifically-based Reading Instruction on Different Groups and Different Levels of Performance. Educational Philosophy. Literate Nation, San Francisco, CA

The science of reading isn't a curriculum or even a singular teaching method. Instead, it refers to a collection of research findings that help us understand how children learn to read.

The Reading League defines the science of reading as "a vast, interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research about reading and issues related to reading and writing." The key components that make up the science of reading come from multidisciplinary findings established in study after study for the last five decades, conducted by researchers across the globe and in multiple languages.

Studies included in this body of evidence come from linguistics, cognitive science, education psychology, and neuroscience. This empirical background knowledge helps educators better understand how proficient reading and writing develop in children. Most crucially, it also helps explain why some children have more difficulty than others when learning to read, which in turn helps educators better support these students to develop foundational literacy skills.

It is helpful to think of the science of reading as a set of guiding principles that can inform both policy and practice when it comes to teaching literacy. School districts, community organizations, and their families all benefit from understanding the research and evidence that underpin science of reading strategies.

Reading is a complex process composed of several discrete skills that require attention and instruction. Similarly, science of reading strategies for skilled reading involve much more than reading a decodable book and building phonic skills alone

In their report released in 2000, the National Reading Panel summarized comprehensive research and studies about reading that identified five literary practices as necessary ingredients for student reading success: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Take a look at the table below to explore each of these practices in greater detail and their direct role in reading development.

The Simple View of Reading

Another way to understand literacy development is through the simple view of reading ( Gough and Tunmer, 1986). This method organizes all these skills for successful reading into two main components: word recognition and language comprehension. Each component acts as a multiplier for the end goal of reading - if just one of these areas is at a low level, the potential outcome of reading comprehension is limited. This is why it is so critical for children to learn all these crucial reading skills, not just any one of them. For instance, if a child cultivates strong decoding skills in reading, it helps them learn more new words which boosts their vocabulary.

To learn more about the parts involved in successful reading instruction, you can explore these resources:

Direct, systematic classroom instruction

The science of reading not only informs classroom teachers of the "what" behind literacy development, but it also shows the "how" for effective literacy instruction. Research indicates that reading instruction imparts greatest impact when it is both systematic and explicit, especially when it comes to phonics.

1. Systematic instruction follows a predefined scope and sequence to build reading strategies, including frequent reviews of knowledge already gained. There is a logical and specific plan for what should be covered and in what order.

2. Explicit instruction is when the instructor shows students what they need to know and gives them both guided practice (with feedback) and independent practice with each skill. For instance, explicit phonics instruction ensures all students have what they need to learn how letters and sounds connect with one another - as opposed to expecting students to deduce letter-sound correspondences from exposure to text alone.

While children with dyslexia in particular benefit from explicit teaching, this approach can make a huge difference when instructing students of any background or skill level.

The Orton-Gillingham-based approach is one of the earliest developed examples of "a direct, explicit, multisensory, structured, sequential, diagnostic, and prescriptive way to teach literacy." Each step of the process is carefully laid out and includes:

Reviewing previously learned sounds, such as each vowel sound;

Blending of learned sounds, such as combining consonant and vowel sounds;

Teaching a new sound;

Writing letters that make the new sound;

Writing words that include new and previously learned sounds;

Reading text that includes previously learned and new sounds.

Multisensory literacy approaches

The Orton-Gillingham approach, among others, also advocates for incorporating multisensory teaching methods and classroom activities into literacy instruction - engaging a student's multiple senses so they experience sounds, letters, and words with their whole body as they learn them. For students with or at risk of dyslexia, research shows that multisensory language instruction combined with other reading interventions can help kids better build their literacy skills ( Hall et al, 2022). Multisensory instruction may also benefit other students. However, research still encourages educators to avoid over-emphasizing any one approach to teach skills as complex as reading.

Engaging
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As much as it guides educators' classroom practices, the science of reading is also informative for parents, caregivers, and guardians. Families are the first teachers in a student's life, and their direct role in literacy development can catalyze skilled reading. Educators need family engagement when engaging in science of reading strategies with children of all ages, from birth to adolescence and beyond.

Families have innate strengths and assets available to them as they support their children's literacy development. Through collaborative partnership, educators can highlight these strengths for parents and how their actions directly connect to their child's learning. But it is also essential that educators hold the family in mind as they offer at-home activities and suggestions - asking themselves questions such as "Do families have what they need to do this activity?" to ensure every family can access the resources offered. Recognizing the realities that parents face helps educators calibrate their support to these crucial partners towards building students' literacy skills.

From playing with phonics to practicing fluency, here are strengths-based examples of how that educators can collaborate with families to cultivate early reading abilities - even before kids enter a classroom:

Point out the "invisible skills" that lay the foundation for reading

Reading itself requires more than just practicing phonics or building fluency. "Invisible skills" such as persistence, focus, positive sense of self, and much more really form the foundation to reading and other learning skills that serve students their whole lives. Parents are well positioned to support students to cultivate these invisible skills - and may not even realize that they are supporting reading skill development, too!

Educators can help families recognize these connections and ways to practice such skills at home. For example, reading comprehension strategies depend in part on a child's executive function. Maintaining focus while reading gives students space to understand the text they are exploring. Before picking up a book to read together, educators might encourage parents and kids to practice breathing and stretching first to boost focus.

Emphasize how reading builds whole child development

In turn, literacy skills impact much more than a child's ability to pick up a book and read it. Books help kids build critical social emotional learning skills such as perspective taking, self-regulation, and relationship building. Reading together also deepens the parent-child bond, and such sensory experiences have an especially positive impact on young children's cognitive development. Educators can help families understand these benefits and ways that their involvement in student reading unlocks them.

Celebrate multilingualism

Around the world, nearly two-thirds of adults speak at least two different languages. This bilingualism brings speakers many advantages, both at school and in the working world. Families that speak languages other than English offer as much valuable support to build children's reading skills as those that speak English fluently.

Educators can encourage multilingual families to practice their home language with their children to boost oral language development and encourage bilingualism. They can even use English language picture books in this practice by making up stories based on the images. Early childhood educators can also incorporate families' home languages into their classrooms through books, visuals displayed around the classroom, and even audio tools. These are just a few examples of culturally responsive family engagement - a pathway to partnership that cultivates deep trust between families and educators, which unlocks learning benefits.

The most common advice parents hear about literacy is to read a book to their child every night. As the Child Mind Institute summarizes, a daily reading practice has a positive impact on student language skills, vocabulary building, and much more.

While regular reading time is powerful (not to mention a sweet relationship-building moment with their child), parents may not always have time or space available to do this consistently. Fortunately, reading out loud to children isn't the only way to support them to become skilled readers. Families can still positively impact their child's literacy development through every day learning moments.

These family-friendly activities cultivate literacy skills by utilizing assets and routines already at a family's disposal.

Tell Stories

In nearly every corner of the globe, storytelling has and continues to be a fundamental part of the human experience. Families can tap into the power of a story with their children, helping them build comprehension, fluency, and even empathy. Of course, families can read out loud from their child's favorite book, but there are many more ways to use storytelling to build literacy.

For example, parents can share stories from their childhood or from their cultural traditions, or simply make up their own stories. By using silly voices, parents not only captivate children's imagination, but they also model fluency in reading by correctly intonating certain words and phrases. Last, families can encourage children to tell stories to the adults, expressing curiosity by asking their child questions about characters, fantasy lands, and other details.

Play Word Games

Parents can easily support their child's phonological and phonemic awareness by getting creative with syllables and sounds through play. For example, in the morning, families can challenge kids to take a step every time they say a word that starts with a specific sound, like /t/. Parents can also turn a game of toss into an opportunity to build phonemic awareness by breaking words into isolated sounds with each pass of the ball. Even rhyming helps! As parents turn off the light, they can build phonological awareness just by rhyming with the word 'light'... think 'flight,' 'sight,' 'might,' and more.

Model Joy and Curiosity Through Reading

As students move from their elementary schools into adolescence, literacy continues to play an active role in their academics. But reading supports students in so many ways outside of the classroom as well as in the classroom itself. Families can help their students nurture positive relationships with reading - specifically where and how reading can support joy, curiosity, and personal growth.

For example, parents can model curiosity by challenging middle school students to explore new or intriguing words they encounter, even having kids teach the whole family about their newly acquired vocabulary. Families can also support their pre-teen to practice critical thinking and independent exploration - skills essential to secondary school academics - through research using books, news articles, magazines, and other texts to learn more about a subject. Books offer a great opportunity for older students to explore personal interests, too, which is critical on the path to college and career readiness.

Looking for more ways to support families to boost literacy skills?

ParentPowered is an evidence-based family engagement curriculum that provides simple information about child development and ideas for what caregivers can do to support their child's learning and growth. Here are six sample text message sets from the ParentPowered curricula, all geared towards reading skill development. ParentPowered covers all of these domains at each age level; what's below is just a sample.

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Explore the science of reading in early childhood education and learn how to build strong literacy foundations through the “Big Five” reading components.