EDU Websites by Lydia Potter https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt All your favorite sites in one place en-us 2025-01-29 19:38:44 UTC 2025-03-31 13:15:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f516.png lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308924801 INCLUSIVITY

]]> 2025-01-29 19:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308924801 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308941094 This website discusses the importance of inclusivity within the classroom. This article mentions that a study conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics, students involved in inclusive learning were "7 percent more likely to demonstrate empathy towards their peers but also report lower levels of anxiety and depression."

]]> 2025-01-29 19:55:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308941094 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308949304 Inclusion in the classroom:

  • Incorporating literature and educational materials that represent various cultures, languages, and perspectives

  • Providing accessible resources and accommodations for students with disabilities

  • Using flexible teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and preferences


]]> 2025-01-29 20:03:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308949304 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308952349 This is teacher related and can be used to promote inclusivity of students with disabilities, different cultural backgrounds, and learning styles.

]]> 2025-01-29 20:06:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3308952349 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309199060 EDUCATIONAL GAMES

]]> 2025-01-30 01:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309199060 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309201575 This website describes the the importance and benefits of cooperative games for special ed students, including communication, conflict management skills, and decision making skills.

]]> 2025-01-30 01:47:49 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309201575 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309202650 This is a teacher related website, but it could easily be interpreted by parents of students with disabilities to promote fun, educational pass times for children.

]]> 2025-01-30 01:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309202650 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309204274 Examples of some cooperative games:

  • Trust games

  • Big floor puzzles

  • Creating stories

]]> 2025-01-30 01:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309204274 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309206523 TESTING ACCOMMODATIONS

]]> 2025-01-30 01:55:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309206523 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309209561 This website explains the purpose of testing accommodations, and provides answers to frequently asked questions about test accommodations. Some common questions include: How do IEP and 504 teams determine eligibility for testing accommodations? What are some examples of testing accommodations?

]]> 2025-01-30 01:59:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309209561 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309210992 This site is targeted toward parents/guardians to educate and answer common questions about testing accommodations.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:01:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309210992 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309213568 Examples of accommodations:

  • Changes to the format of the test (ie. braille, larger fonts, human/audio readers)

  • Changes to the way students record their answers (ie. answers may be typed rather than handwritten, or answers can be recorded in the test booklet)

  • Flexible timing, breaks

  • Flexible location or setting

]]> 2025-01-30 02:05:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309213568 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309218868 GIFTED & TALENTED STUDENTS

]]> 2025-01-30 02:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309218868 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309220242 This website explains what gifted students are and how they may perform at higher levels than other children. This article also presents strategies on how to support gifted students within a classroom environment.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:14:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309220242 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309221509 This article was published for an audience of teachers, to explain how to support gifted students needs in the classroom.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309221509 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309224680 Though gifted learner may excel beyond their classmates, they need as much assistance as any other student. Without the proper support from teachers, students may show "little academic growth and even becoming underachievers". This article mentions strategies like utilizing student interests, making layered assignments, and allowing gifted students to work together.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:20:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309224680 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309227749 ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

]]> 2025-01-30 02:24:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309227749 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309230662 This website explains the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and their relevance within supplying technology for students with disabilities. This site also goes over some common technologies that are required for schools to have, and student funding for assistive technology.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309230662 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309232313 This website is meant for the knowledge of the general public regarding assistive technology within a school environment. This article also answer common questions about technology that parents/guardians may have regarding their child.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309232313 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309235673 Examples of assistive technology:

  • Wheelchair or wheelchair ramp

  • Voice-activated computer

  • Electronic note takers and cassette recorders

  • Large-print books

  • Tactile materials for visually impaired students

  • Pencil grips;

  • Hearing aids.

]]> 2025-01-30 02:34:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3309235673 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323202958 ADHD

]]> 2025-02-10 21:05:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323202958 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323206033 This website explains what ADHD symptoms may look like, strategies for teachers with ADHD students, how to deal with disruptive behavior, and accommodations.

]]> 2025-02-10 21:08:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323206033 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323207023 This was written for the audience of educators, providing strategies for teachers when it comes to teaching/dealing/accommodating students with ADHD

]]> 2025-02-10 21:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323207023 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323209973 Strategies for Teachers:

  • establish eye contact

  • list the activities of the lesson

  • use visual aids

  • ignore mildly inappropriate behavior

]]> 2025-02-10 21:13:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323209973 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323303144 READING & LITERACY SKILLS

]]> 2025-02-10 23:25:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323303144 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323308690 This site talks about emergent literacy and researched-based methods that have helped individuals with disabilities - this includes increasing interaction during book sharing, increasing the use of braille, and awareness of rhyme and other phonologic aspects of language.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:34:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323308690 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323310720 The audience of this article would be the general public, explaining that " literacy skills are needed to maximize participation, education, self-determination, employment, quality of life, and enjoyment may hinge on an individual's ability to read and/or to write."

]]> 2025-02-10 23:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323310720 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323311990 Important take-aways:

  • Emergent literacy begins at birth. It is not restricted by age or disability and develops as a result of opportunity and experience

  • A variety of research and development efforts over the past two decades confirm that individuals with severe disabilities can learn to read and write.

  • When individuals with severe disabilities are provided with access to comprehensive instruction, they can develop conventional reading and writing skills.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:39:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323311990 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323313712 SPECIAL ED CERTIFICATION

]]> 2025-02-10 23:42:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323313712 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323314644 This site is meant for an audience that is interested in becoming a special education teacher, or interested in the characteristics of a special ed teacher.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:44:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323314644 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323317455 This website starts off by saying that special education teachers are in very high demand and explains that (in Texas) special ed teachers have more benefits than teachers without the certification. The article also talks about the requirements and characteristics that potential teachers should have.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323317455 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323318641 Responsibilities of a Special Ed Teacher:

  • Assisting students as they acquire basic life skills

  • Behavioral and emotional development

  • Assessing students’ performance via modified testing procedures such as oral examinations, larger print materials, and extended test times

  • Collaborating with parents, counselors, physical therapists, medical professionals, administrators, and other teachers

]]> 2025-02-10 23:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323318641 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323321537 SPEECH & LANG IMPAIRMENTS

]]> 2025-02-10 23:54:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323321537 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323323246 This website explains what teachers should know about speech and language impairments, and what they can do to make sure students are comfortable and supported.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:57:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323323246 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323324055 This is meant as a guide for teachers in order to assist their students.

]]> 2025-02-10 23:58:12 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323324055 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323326241 Students with speech and language problems can feel stressed and anxious, which can make it even harder to talk and express themselves. To help with this, teachers should have kids sit closer to the front of the class, making it easier to help them with questions and assignments, give extra time to complete assignments or make-up work when needed, and promote patience when students speak in class.

]]> 2025-02-11 00:01:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323326241 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323327411 VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS

]]> 2025-02-11 00:03:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323327411 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323328376 This article was written for teachers, providing general strategies to use when teaching a student who is blind or has visual impairments.

]]> 2025-02-11 00:04:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323328376 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323330561 Strategies for Teachers:

  • Call the student with a visual impairment by name if you want his/her attention.

  • A screen reader, closed-circuit television, or a similar system can be used to read a computer screens.

  • By verbally spelling out a new or technical word, you will be helping the student with a visual impairment, as well as other students.

  • Use actual objects for three dimensional representations.

]]> 2025-02-11 00:07:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3323330561 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389250290 SPECIAL ED POLICY

]]> 2025-03-31 12:43:10 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389250290 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389253562 This website was written to explain the laws and regulations regarding the education of special education students. This website provides the federal and state policies.

]]> 2025-03-31 12:45:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389253562 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389258782 Examples of Current Policy:

  • The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

  • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

  • U.S. Department of Education’s Student Privacy Policy Office


]]> 2025-03-31 12:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389258782 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389261613 This site was meant for educators, parents, guardians, students, or anyone who works with special education students. This site specifically outlines the rights that these students have.

]]> 2025-03-31 12:50:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389261613 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389263348 AUTISM

]]> 2025-03-31 12:51:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389263348 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389264702 This website is targeted towards teachers, providing them helpful tips when it comes to teaching students with autism.

]]> 2025-03-31 12:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389264702 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389267632 Some helpful strategies include: establishing clear routines and habits, teaching understanding and acceptance, promote a welcome environment, and use descriptive praise to build desired behaviors.

]]> 2025-03-31 12:54:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389267632 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389276114 SPECIAL ED CERTIFICATION

]]> 2025-03-31 13:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389276114 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389279793 This website is for anyone who has an interest in becoming special Ed certified in NYS. This site provides a table showing the certification required for various types of special education teaching assignments. It also provides resources to check the requirements on gaining your certification.

]]> 2025-03-31 13:02:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389279793 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389282254 HEALTH DISABILITIES

]]> 2025-03-31 13:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389282254 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389283804 This website provides information and resources for parents who have children with health disabilities. This is specifically targeted towards educational services

]]> 2025-03-31 13:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389283804 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389289216 An overview of the website:

  • IDEA’s Definition of OHI

  • Special Help for Children

  • Specific Health Impairments

  • Other Health Impairments Not Mentioned in IDEA’s Definition

  • Addressing Medical Issues

  • Life at School

  • Planning for Transitions

]]> 2025-03-31 13:08:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389289216 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389291283 IEP DEVELOPMENT

]]> 2025-03-31 13:10:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389291283 lpott5310 https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389298161 This website explains what an IEP is and how it will be beneficial for students in the classroom. This site also provides a helpful guide for educators in NYS when creating an IEP plan for students, and answers formatting questions when writing an IEP.

]]> 2025-03-31 13:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lpott5310/1uskt3jja24aomjt/wish/3389298161