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Definition: Interventions are targeted strategies designed to address specific academic or behavioral challenges a student faces.

Applicable Students: Students exhibiting academic difficulties, such as those with Specific Learning Disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia) , or behavioral challenges.

Examples:

Implementing a reading intervention program for a student with dyslexia.

Utilizing a behavior intervention plan (BIP) for a student with emotional disturbance.

Providing peer tutoring sessions for a student struggling in mathematics.​

Additional Resources:

Title: "Benefits of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)"
Summary: This article discusses how IEPs provide personalized educational assistance to children with disabilities.

Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/504-plan-5222025?utm_source

HLP/EBP:
Title: "Implementing Evidence-Based Practices for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder"
Summary: This practice emphasizes the use of evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of students with autism.

Link: https://exceptionalchildren.org/topics/specially-designed-instruction

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Definition: Differentiation involves tailoring instruction to meet the diverse needs of students by varying content, process, and product based on students' readiness levels, interests, and learning profiles.​

Applicable Students: All students, including those with disabilities, to ensure equitable access to the curriculum.​

Examples:

Offering reading materials at varying levels of complexity.

Using flexible grouping strategies during collaborative activities.

Providing choices in project topics to align with student interests.​

Additional Resources:

Title: "What Does Differentiation Look Like in the Special Education Classroom?"
Summary: This resource explores practical strategies for differentiating instruction in inclusive classrooms.

Link: https://www.theintentionaliep.com/what-is-differentiation-in-education/

HLP/EBP:
Title: "Differentiated Instruction: A Research Basis"
Summary: This practice provides evidence supporting the effectiveness of differentiated instruction in diverse classrooms.

Link: https://www.drwilliamlane.com/blog/understanding-accommodations-vs-modifications-in-special-education?utm_source

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Definition: Accommodations are changes in how a student accesses learning without altering the learning expectations.​

Applicable Students: Students with disabilities, such as those with ADHD, dyslexia, or visual impairments.​

Examples:

Providing extended time on tests for a student with ADHD.

Allowing oral presentations instead of written reports for a student with dysgraphia.

Offering audio versions of textbooks for a student with a visual impairment.​

Additional Resources:

Title: "Understanding Accommodations vs. Modifications in Special Education"
Summary: This article clarifies the differences between accommodations and modifications in educational settings.

Link: https://www.drwilliamlane.com/blog/understanding-accommodations-vs-modifications-in-special-education

HLP/EBP:
Title: "Use of Technology to Support Students with Disabilities"
Summary: This practice highlights the role of assistive technology in providing accommodations for students.

Link: https://www.naset.org/publications/parent-teacher-conference-handouts/what-are-accommodations

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Definition: Adaptations involve modifying instructional strategies or materials to better suit the learning needs of students.​

Applicable Students: Students requiring adjustments to the learning environment or materials due to disabilities.​

Examples:

Using graphic organizers to assist a student with dyslexia in organizing thoughts.

Providing a quiet space for a student with ADHD to complete assignments.

Offering manipulatives for a student with dyscalculia to understand mathematical concepts.​

Additional Resources:

Title: "5 Types of Instructional Adaptations for Your Inclusive Classroom"
Summary: This resource discusses various adaptations to support diverse learners in inclusive settings.

Link: https://blog.brookespublishing.com/5-types-of-instructional-adaptations-for-your-inclusive-classroom/

HLP/EBP:
Title: "Universal Design for Learning (UDL)"
Summary: This practice emphasizes designing instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

Link: https://www.cast.org/what-we-do/universal-design-for-learning/

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Definition: Modifications are changes to the curriculum or learning expectations to accommodate students' needs.​

Applicable Students: Students with significant disabilities who require substantial changes to the curriculum.​

Examples:

Reducing the number of questions on a test for a student with intellectual disabilities.

Simplifying reading materials for a student with dyslexia.

Adjusting grading criteria for a student with multiple disabilities.​

Additional Resources:

Title: What's the Difference?

Summary: This resource offers an explanation of modifications and how they differ from accommodations.

Link: https://www.usehighlighter.com/post/what-s-the-difference-modifications-and-accommodations-in-special-education

HLP/EBP:

Title: Special Education Modifications

Summary: This brief article explains modifications and offers a short list of examples.

Link: https://specialedresource.com/accommodations-and-modifications-in-special-education

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Definition: Specially Designed Instruction is a type of instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.

Applicable Students: Students with disabilites such as deaf, blind, or students with health conditions such as diabetes.

Examples:

Adapting the content: Providing simplified reading materials or using visual aids.

Adapting the methodology: Using assistive technology or implementing different instructional strategies.

Adapting the delivery: Adjusting the pace of instruction, providing frequent breaks, or offering alternative assessment methods.

Additional Resources:

Title: Specially Designed Instruction

Summary: This resources offers an in-depth explanation of SDI and how it differs.

Link: https://exceptionalchildren.org/topics/specially-designed-instruction HLP/EBP:

HLP/EBP:

Title: Specially Designed Instruction

Summary: This resources offers strategies and concepts for incorporating SDI.

Link: https://www.uft.org/teaching/students-disabilities/specially-designed-instruction