https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4 Please respond to the discussion question by Thursday (7/13) midnight. Respond to 3 of your peers by Saturday (7/15) midnight. Thanks! en-us 2017-06-28 19:00:56 UTC 2017-07-22 02:32:29 UTC hello@padlet.com christina_jester https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/177763991 A UDL framework can be helpful in the classroom. Have you ever used any aspects of the UDL framework in your classroom? After listening to the nearpod lesson, is there anything new you have learned you would like to implement?]]> 2017-06-29 18:27:36 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/177763991 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178341191 I use KWL charts often in my classroom. I especially like when students share the "k" portion because it gives me a good idea of what they already know about a topic before we learn more. I like to think that I use multiple means to present various information, but I know I can always get better at that. I really liked the tips about helping students set goals for their learning. Goals help students take ownership of their learning, and that's important. 

Tori]]> 2017-07-09 20:34:33 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178341191 hartleya3 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178388541 In my instruction, I try to teach by multiple means.  I use iPad, pencil and paper, and manipulatives to teach my small groups.  I try to pull in what they've already learned  to help them learn future material.  I like the idea of having students come up with their own learning goal. This would help them take ownership of their learning and will encourage them to learn more and do better.

Alysha]]> 2017-07-10 12:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178388541 petluvr2012 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178487033 I use multiple means through worksheets/activities using paper/pencil, hands-on activities, literacy/math centers, SmartBoard, and Chromebook use. I use graphic organizers with students when we are reading books rather than the stories from the curriculum. The curriculum stories tend to have activities at the end that relate to the story/topic. 

I would like to be able to give students more choices on how to show me what they know but, I find it challenging to plan two-three options for 3-5 students. Students creating their own goals would be a good idea to implement. It would take time for me to teach them how to set goals but, it is a skill necessary for later in life. 

Hilari]]> 2017-07-11 14:39:51 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178487033 ajoh1672 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178498998 I use multiple modes of instruction and expression by using interactive smart board games and having students practice the skill st hand. I also use matching worksheets, relay games, etc. I would like to give students more of a choice in regards to which life skills they feel they need to work on the most, and which skills that are not covered that they would like to learn. 
-Alison]]> 2017-07-11 17:21:55 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178498998 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178504708 I've used KWL charts in the past. With my current students we do book walks prior to reading stories and talk about what we see in the pictures and make a hypothesis as to what the main idea or topic will be. My students are also given the chance to listen to the books after we read them on raz-kids, and take them home to read to parents. We also play reading games such as sight word Bingo and Zingo. 
In math I use a combination of math apps, various manipulatives, and worksheets to teach skills. 
In science I try to use manipulatives, short videos, stories, experiments and various activities to support the concepts of what I'm teaching.
I use more of the ULD framework than I thought I did. On piece I could try to improve more on would be activating prior knowledge.
Tiffany]]> 2017-07-11 18:51:54 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178504708 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178530857 I use a variety of methods to present material. My classroom is filled with different levels of mental abilities, physical abilities , hearing impaired or visually impaired. Presenting material in a variety of ways is best to meet each ones needs. ]]> 2017-07-12 03:55:19 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178530857 mlmccas https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178595605 In speech I try to use multiple means (i.e. iPad, SmartBoard, markers and paper, verbal, etc.). I also try and present material in a variety of ways since the students on my caseloads have a wide variety of needs.]]> 2017-07-12 22:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178595605 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178598656 I try to use UDL everyday when I'm teaching. I especially relate to concept 3, which discusses engagement of learners. If our learners are not engaged in what we are trying to teach, they aren't going to learn. We've all experienced that. I think about how many times I've been taught a concept and it doesn't click until I'm truly involved. I also think activating schema is important and can be generalized into reading and writing through lessons. Regardless, instruction should be individualized and tailored to what each learner needs.]]> 2017-07-13 00:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178598656 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178615081 I have small groups all day and each student is pretty unique. I think I do a good job of giving variety and allowing the student to do what works best for them. We call it advocating for yourself. One thing I think I need to do better is setting goals. I set goals for everything, but I think it would be a good idea to have the students set their own goals and monitor how they do with those.

Cecilia]]> 2017-07-13 05:10:56 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178615081 pemm7 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178644492 Teaching students primarily with learning disabilities, I try to utilize UDL in my classroom as much as possible.  It's definitely something you have to be cognizant about and intentionally use.  Some things do come more naturally now, but it's always good to reassess what teaching strategies your using and what is working.  I think we're pretty good about activating prior knowledge in our classroom.  It really does help the students make those connections early on so that everything else that follows can build on that prior knowledge.  I think after this presentation I will be more aware of utilizing UDL in all three areas:  multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement.
Patti ]]> 2017-07-13 13:28:07 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178644492 saramc1107 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178663349 I do use it just because of the wide variety of needs I've had in my classroom. I've found that one way of explaining isn't enough and often have to find different ways to express it. I often have students work together on discussion questions, watch a video, and draw about what they have learned.
w kro]]> 2017-07-13 18:05:40 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178663349 alexandramsmith2 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178902054 UDL is used constantly within my school setting. I have a wide range of learners within my classroom. Multiple means of instruction is used due to the different centers within my classroom. This is important to making sure that all students receive the instruction they need. Choice is important to our students so this is a great way of implementing just that! ]]> 2017-07-18 00:06:48 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178902054 tammy_l_jones7 https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178997286 Yes, whenever I have big projects I give my students options on how to present what they have learned. I always offer the traditional test, but I also allow posters, powerpoints, plays/skits, and other options that fit the criteria for said project. I am also up for suggestions if they have another idea of how to present what they have learned.
Tammy]]> 2017-07-19 00:29:01 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/178997286 JenAdkison https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/179003596 I try to implement UDL daily. I give my students options for completing work. They can provide multiple ways to provide the answer to me. I also do centers so the students are learning the same material in a multitude of ways. My students complete work better this way. If our learners are not engaged or can make the connection then they do not learn and have more behaviors.
Jen ]]> 2017-07-19 02:05:02 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/179003596 hmjirka https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/179212431 I think of UDL every time I plan and teach a lesson. As an educator of students with significant needs, it is imperative that they have access to all lessons and are given opportunities to learn and show what they have learned in different ways- so UDL is all encompassing in my classroom!]]> 2017-07-22 02:30:55 UTC https://padlet.com/christina_jester/jmr71cqk2xn4/wish/179212431