https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh Emma Levine and Katrina Toman SPED 405 en-us 2018-12-11 02:11:27 UTC 2025-12-06 13:06:15 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Hotsun.png emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313870609 In order to have a strong vocabulary in high school, students must begin building it in elementary school. This website lists fun, engaging vocabulary games that parents can allow their young children play. In doing so, students can begin strengthening their vocabulary acquisition skills outside of the classroom. ]]> 2018-12-12 15:09:11 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313870609 emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313874832 This webpage outlines resources for parents of children with learning disabilities, organized by state. These resources include local affiliate support groups, informational meetings, and annual conferences that parents can use to connect with other families. In relating to vocabulary acquisition, these resources can allow parents to  share strategies that have worked for their children in building their vocabularies. ]]> 2018-12-12 15:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313874832 emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313887464 This research article evaluates the effectiveness of self-advocacy training in four high school students with learning disabilities. Parents of students with disabilities may use this article to teach their children to identify, ask for, and implement the accommodations they need in order to reach their vocabulary acquisition goals. ]]> 2018-12-12 15:38:03 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313887464 emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313892789 This article lists five broad topics that may apply to parents of children of color. It is vital that parents are informed of the trends that occur across race and disability in educational settings. Parents may use this link to delve deeper into subjects specifically relating to their child. ]]> 2018-12-12 15:46:43 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313892789 emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313895192 Parents can use this book to provide concrete information for younger students to understand both why they may struggle in school and why their peers might. It emphasizes that students with learning disabilities are capable of making big accomplishments academically, therefore supporting the notion that vocabulary acquisition in students with disabilities is possible, so long as it is taught appropriately. ]]> 2018-12-12 15:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313895192 emmarose412 https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313898933 This website is a catch-all for vocabulary resources for students in high school. Whether they are studying for the SAT or just trying to finish a research essay, this site will provide support in maintaining students' vocabulary knowledge. For students with learning disabilities, this resource is especially useful. It even has an app! ]]> 2018-12-12 15:57:00 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/313898933 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314079086 This power-point is a valuable resource for educators who are looking to familiarize themselves with the basics of inclusive education. It defines inclusive education, explains important aspects of the topic, and goes over present barriers to inclusion. Before making active changes to improve inclusion, it can be a helpful motivator to understand the background and issues surrounding the topic.]]> 2018-12-12 22:46:57 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314079086 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314079759 Since it can be difficult to self-identify ways that one can improve, this resource is a great way for educators to self-assess how inclusive their own classroom and practices are. This is made easy through the following checklist that walks users through different factors present in a school that contribute to an inclusive environment.]]> 2018-12-12 22:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314079759 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314081737 This article provides ten tips educators can use to more effectively utilize the UDL. Each tip expands to provide an example of how to implement it and related questions that one can use to self-assess. Educators looking to improve inclusion in their classroom can use this resource to consider how their own practices can better support a wider range of learners.]]> 2018-12-12 23:02:29 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314081737 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314082363 Educators looking for a resource to use in the classroom to discuss inclusive education could use this short film. Ian follows a boy with Cerebral Palsy who wants to be included at his local playground. Through this story, students will learn more about the importance of inclusion. The link also provides resources for talking points that educators can use alongside the film.]]> 2018-12-12 23:07:44 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314082363 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314083246 This word document provides instructions and a table that educators can use to inform and organize their multi-level instruction. Through this, differentiated learning is made a more deliberate progress where the educator intentionally reflects on how the particular needs of every student relate to the learning objective for the day.]]> 2018-12-12 23:14:38 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314083246 katrina_h_toman https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314083697 This podcast discusses different topics relevant to inclusive education. Educators, parents, or administration interested in keeping up to date with the latest resources and developments in the community can listen to this podcast to stay informed. This specific episode linked discusses the Inclusive Schools Network (ISN).]]> 2018-12-12 23:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/emmarose412/g6cueu6a7vfh/wish/314083697