Instructional Terms by Wilson, Micarah https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr en-us 2025-09-11 13:05:52 UTC 2025-09-18 16:23:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Definition micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580260224 A structured approach to support and improve a student’s academic performance.

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]]> 2025-09-11 13:33:04 UTC https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580281178 Definition micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580287615 Unique strategies and interventions that are tailored to meet the needs of students with exceptionalities.

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  • Visual Support for students working on comprehension skills

  • Small Group Instruction to provide extra support in a specific area

  • Use of technology to assist with expressing emotions and ideas without a barrier

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  • Allowing a student who struggles with reading to read a simpler text than others when working on comprehension skills

  • Allow students to pick between writing an essay, create a presentation, or create a video/podcast when assigning a project

  • Grouping students in small groups based on interest or level of learning.

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  • Allow easily distracted students to test individually or in separate room

  • Give breaks during class to students with ADHD

  • Use text to speech tools for students who are blind or have reading disability

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  • Give student alternative assignment to match student’s learning goal

  • Change test so that it aligns with student’s instructional level

  • Change the length of an assignment so student does not become overwhelmed

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  • Allow a student with autism to participate in hands on activities to ensure engagement

  • Give a student with intellectual disability instructions using simple language

  • Give gifted students resources that are more advanced

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  • The use of visual aids for visual learners

  • Work on social cues and conflict resolution with students with autism

  • Daily use of calm down strategies for students with emotional disturbance

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    The blog goes into detail about different types of interventions in a classroom setting. It highlights two types of interventions; academic and behavioral.


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    ]]>     2025-09-11 15:10:01 UTC https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580452342     Additional Information micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580464005 The blog explains the differences between accommodations and modifications in education. It also explains the importance of tailored instruction to create an inclusive environment for students.

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    ]]>     2025-09-11 18:14:58 UTC https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3580695185     Who Does it Apply to? micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3582151467 Interventions are for students who are not reaching their full potential due to academic, behavioral, or emotional difficulties.


    Examples) Students with specific learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, intellectual disabilities, and ADHD

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    Examples) Students with ADHD or autism


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    Examples) Students with ADHD, specific learning disabilities, developmental delays, speech or language impairments, autism spectrum disorder, and other health impairments (OHI)

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    Examples) students with dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), hearing impairments, or visual impairments

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    Examples) Students who are gifted, students who have learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, and speech impairments

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    Examples) Students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, and autism/autism spectrum disorder

    ]]>     2025-09-12 14:19:54 UTC https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3582202976     Practices micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3584636429 Flexible grouping: small groups based on needs and learning profiles that allows teacher to support appropriately.

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    ]]>     2025-09-15 04:08:25 UTC https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3584644538     Practices micarahwilson https://padlet.com/micarahwilson/b8amt3go0ntgpxsr/wish/3584646429 Cooperative Learning: students work together in small groups to complete tasks by using critical thinking skills.

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