Special Education Resources by Nikki Burran

Interventions

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:06:24 UTC

Interventions are specific strategies, supports and services designed to help students with disabilities or learning challenges succeed in the classroom. These interventions are tailored to meet the individual need of each student, ensuring they have access to an appropriate education.

Differentiation

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:12:19 UTC

Refers to the practice of modifying instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests and learning styles of all students in a classroom. This involves adjusting content, processes and products so that each student can engage with the material in a way that fits their abilities and helps the succeed. Differentiation is important in inclusive classrooms, where students have different varied reading levels, skills and learning profiles.

Accommodations

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:17:29 UTC

Changes made in how a student accesses or interacts with the learning environment, without altering the content or expectations of the curriculum. These adjustments are made to level the playing field for students with disabilities or learning challenges, ensuring they can Demonstrate their abilities and succeed academically. Accommodations are outlined in a students IEP or 504 plan.

Adaptations

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:22:02 UTC

Adaptation refers to changes made in the curriculum, teaching strategies or classroom environment that allow students with various needs to participate more fully in the learning process. This generally adjustments made to meet the students needs while ensuring they engage with the core content or skills being taught.

Modifications

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:28:49 UTC

These are changes made to content or expectations of what a student is learning, often to accommodate significant learning challenges or disabilities. This maybe altering the curriculum itself or adjusting the depth or complexity of the material, typically to help students who have significant cognitive, intellectual or physical disabilities access the material at their individual level.

Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)

nikkicarlson14 — 2024-11-25 03:33:50 UTC

This is teaching that is tailored to meet the needs of students with learning challenges or disabilities. It involves adapting content, methodology or delivery of instruction to ensure that students with disabilities can access the general education curriculum and make progress toward their Individualized goal. SDI is the central component of a students Individualized Education Program(IEP).