Special Education and Literacy by Makenzie Mantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z The purpose of this padlet is to inform current and future teachers about how we can help struggling readers and students in special education succeed in literacy while still holding them to a higher standard. On this padlet you will find characteristics of struggling readers, strategies, videos, booklist, podcast, true stories, and assisted technology. en-us 2022-06-29 22:43:02 UTC 2025-06-20 12:15:11 UTC hello@padlet.com Supporting Students With Emotional and Behavioral Disorders’ Comprehension and Reading Fluency. mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233712592 2022-06-29 22:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233712592 Data-Based Individualization in Reading: Intensifying Interventions for Students With Significant Reading Disabilities. mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713275 2022-06-29 22:53:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713275 Decisions, Decisions, Decisions: Using Data to Make Instructional Decisions for Struggling Readers. mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713478 2022-06-29 22:53:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713478 Reading Comprehension Strategies for High School Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713900 2022-06-29 22:54:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233713900 Fluency Practice: Techniques for Building Automaticity in Foundational Knowledge and Skills mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233714501 2022-06-29 22:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233714501 Effective Questioning for teachers to use in classrooms. mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715054 Lakeside Union School District teachers, principals, and students discuss the importance of using "Effective Questioning" strategies in the classroom.]]> 2022-06-29 22:58:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715054 Mirrors, windows and sliding glass doors mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715568 Rudine Sims Bishop uses "Mirrors, Windows and Sliding Glass Doors" as an analogy to discuss the importance of diversity in books and the authors who write them. We need books in which children can see reflections of themselves – but also look through and see other worlds. ]]> 2022-06-29 22:59:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715568 Garwood, J. D., Ciullo, S., & Brunsting, N. (2017). Supporting Students With Emotional and Behavioral Disorders’ Comprehension and Reading Fluency. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 49(6), 391–401. https://doi.org/10.1177/0040059917707434 mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715686 2022-06-29 22:59:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715686 Lemons, C. J., Kearns, D. M., & Davidson, K. A. (2014). Data-Based Individualization in Reading: Intensifying Interventions for Students With Significant Reading Disabilities. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 46(4), 20–29. https://doi.org/10.1177/0040059914522978 mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715736 2022-06-29 22:59:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715736 Filderman, M. J., & Toste, J. R. (2018). Decisions, Decisions, Decisions: Using Data to Make Instructional Decisions for Struggling Readers. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 50(3), 130–140. https://doi.org/10.1177/0040059917740701 mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715805 2022-06-29 23:00:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715805 Brum, C., Hall, L. J., Reutebuch, C., & Perkins, Y. (2019). Reading Comprehension Strategies for High School Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 52(2), 88–97. https://doi.org/10.1177/0040059919878663 mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715853 2022-06-29 23:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715853 Datchuk, S. M., & Hier, B. O. (2019). Fluency Practice: Techniques for Building Automaticity in Foundational Knowledge and Skills. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 51(6), 424–435. https://doi.org/10.1177/004005991984721 mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715908 2022-06-29 23:00:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715908 Effective questioning. YouTube. (2015, October 24). Retrieved May 20, 2022, from https://youtu.be/Jdp_EQBoi0s mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715985 2022-06-29 23:00:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233715985 wetalearningmedia. (2015, January 30). Mirrors, windows and sliding glass doors. YouTube. Retrieved June 11, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AAu58SNSyc mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233716037 2022-06-29 23:00:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233716037 100 best special education books of all time mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233716752 2022-06-29 23:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233716752 We Are Teachers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717200 16 shelf-worthy children's books about disabilities for all students. ]]> 2022-06-29 23:04:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717200 100 best special education books of all time. BookAuthority. (n.d.). Retrieved June 11, 2022, from https://bookauthority.org/books/best-special-education-books mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717291 2022-06-29 23:04:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717291 Lindsay Barrett on August 18, 2021 .contest-social .share-links svg. (2021, August 25). 16 shelf-worthy children's books about disabilities for all students. We Are Teachers. Retrieved June 11, 2022, from https://www.weareteachers.com/childrens-books-about-disabilities/ mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717488 2022-06-29 23:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717488 Teaching literacy to children with special needs mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717652 2022-06-29 23:05:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2233717652 Maddie Lewis Story mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234551258 A little girl who was diagnosed with epilepsy and global developmental delay. Kelly tells her story on how literacy is universal and more than just being able to read or write, it is a key component of learning, development, communication, and a richer life. ]]> 2022-06-30 20:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234551258 Literacy opens the world to a child with disabilities. PACER Center - Champions for Children with Disabilities. (n.d.). Retrieved June 30, 2022, from https://www.pacer.org/ec/early-literacy/literacy-opens-the-world.asp mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234553451 2022-06-30 20:22:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234553451 iPad mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554121 iPads can be used for visual learning. They can hold many applications that are often free to help students in literacy. They have sound, pictures, and video to help students. Student can also use headphones and is used 1:1. iPads are normally used as a reward choice by students. They cost below or above $500. Schools tend to provide them or you can get them through grants, or in some cases, parents.]]> 2022-06-30 20:24:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554121 Mangomon mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554179 This program is free for many educators. This program uses interactive lessons in literacy. The lessons are completely personalized to the needs of the students and progress is accessible for parents or guardians. ]]> 2022-06-30 20:24:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554179 Nova Chat mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554231 Nova chat is ideal for students with reading disabilities. This uses a text-to-text speech style program by the text being read aloud and speech created by the student converted into text. This is more advanced and designed for higher needs students. This device cost around $2,500 and can be funded by school programs.]]> 2022-06-30 20:24:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554231 Photo Vocabulary mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554280 This is simple and easy to use program where students are able to learn vocabulary through flashcards with audio pronunciation. This builds vocabulary for students with disabilities by strengthening their communication skills and fluency while reading. This software is also generally provided through the schools.]]> 2022-06-30 20:24:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234554280 Audio Readers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234557567 These are used to capture lectures and discussions that students with auditory processing disorder might miss.]]> 2022-06-30 20:33:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234557567 Flexible Furniture mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234557671 This includes standing desks and adjustable seating, can help students with mobility issues.]]> 2022-06-30 20:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234557671 Personal listening devices mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558132 Capture teachers’ voices more clearly with microphones that connect to a personal speaker or earpiece via FM radio waves, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth.]]> 2022-06-30 20:35:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558132 Color overlays and line readers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558328 Basic physical objects and software-based tools, can help students with attention deficit disorder and the visually impaired.]]> 2022-06-30 20:36:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558328 Pencil grips mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558508 Enable students with fine motor skill problems to use writing utensils.]]> 2022-06-30 20:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558508 Special keyboards mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558672 Address a range of learning needs, from braille for the visually impaired to alternative layouts that address physical and cognitive disabilities.]]> 2022-06-30 20:37:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234558672 Before Reading mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234565527 - Resists or reclectand towards reading tasks
- Limited background knowledge 
- Read without a clear purpose
- Set minimal to no goals ]]> 2022-06-30 20:55:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234565527 During Reading mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234566708 - Limited vocabulary and attention span
- Need guidance during reading task
- Lack of fluency and motivation 
- Does not (know how to) monitor comprehension
- Does not ask questions or create mental images while reading
- Gives up when task is too difficult]]> 2022-06-30 20:58:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234566708 After Reading mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234567755 - Forget or mix up information 
- Do not read outside of school
- Rely on the teacher for information
- Express negative feelings about reading
- Avoid reading at all costs

]]> 2022-06-30 21:01:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234567755 The importance of assistive technology in the virtual and physical classroom. Assistive Technology in the Virtual and Physical Classroom | American University. (n.d.). Retrieved June 30, 2022, from https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/assistive-technology-in-the-classroom mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234568772 2022-06-30 21:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234568772 Gzz, L. (2017, February 8). Characteristics of struggling and strong readers. Academia.edu. Retrieved June 30, 2022, from https://www.academia.edu/31315831/CHARACTERISTICS_OF_STRUGGLING_AND_STRONG_READERS mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569173 2022-06-30 21:05:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569173 Elementary Teachers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569816 2022-06-30 21:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569816 Middle School Teachers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569856 2022-06-30 21:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569856 Struggling Readers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569924 2022-06-30 21:07:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234569924 Special Education Teachers mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234570002 2022-06-30 21:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234570002 Proposal with feedback mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234573421 2022-06-30 21:16:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234573421 Rubric mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234574852 2022-06-30 21:20:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234574852 Murray, J. (2022, February 7). Teaching literacy to children with special needs (podcast). eSpecial Needs Blog. Retrieved June 11, 2022, from https://www.especialneeds.com/blog/teaching-literacy-to-children-with-special-needs-podcast/ mjmantz https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234577247 2022-06-30 21:27:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mjmantz/gapgebmjjqwj039z/wish/2234577247