https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785 For a bright future en-us 2020-11-21 16:22:38 UTC 2026-03-13 01:36:08 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/2728.png eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948268503 This powerpoint is a guide to important definitions, and foundational information regarding IEPs. This could be a good resource when I am needing a refresher on IEP goals or when assisting someone else better understand IEPs. ]]> 2020-11-21 16:25:06 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948268503 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948283229 This article outlines the racial and ethnic disparities in special education data. This resource helps me better understand what I can do to provide an appropriate learning experience for English Learners. By learning what disadvantages they may be facing, I am able to better accommodate and create a productive learning environment for all students. ]]> 2020-11-21 16:30:52 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948283229 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948291417 In this Ted Talk, Isael describes the cultural differences he experienced in his home and in his classroom. To create sustainable practices, classrooms must be inclusive of all cultures and include them as a part of the education. By only teaching to the traditional culture within the classroom, students are loosing the opportunity to learn about cultures, traditions and lifestyles different from their own. ]]> 2020-11-21 16:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948291417 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948777784 Every public school in NC must abide by the policies and guideline provided in this document. Information regarding referrals, IEP guidelines, FAPE, and more are outlined here.]]> 2020-11-21 23:52:19 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948777784 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948780416 This document includes new information about the ASD evaluation process. Specifically about behavioral assessments, sensory processing evaluations, and required screenings. ]]> 2020-11-21 23:56:07 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948780416 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948783414 The document reflects the most recent policy changes for specific learning disabilities. It reviews definitions, referrals, screening processes, and additional procedures that need to be done to evaluated children with specific learning disabilities. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:00:14 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948783414 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948786488 This document covers all the rights parents hold in regards to their student. This can be given or recommended to parents, but should also be reviewed by the IEP team to ensure that the parents rights are being respected. The document covers, consent, confidentiality, disability procedures, information about how to advocate for their child if their needs are not being met, and more.]]> 2020-11-22 00:04:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948786488 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948789027 This documents is written in Spanish for parents who do not speak English as a first language. The document lays out the same information as the English version of the NC Parents Rights. It is important to have these forms available to ensure that parents are giving informed consent and understand what their rights are. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948789027 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948791456 This video explains students rights to privacy in a simplified way. This is a good refresher for educators and can be recommended to families. The video uses "plain language" to help promote the privacy of families. This video could also be used in the classroom setting to teach students about their own rights.]]> 2020-11-22 00:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948791456 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948793992 This example provided by DPI breaks down what an IEP should look like and include. It adds notes to explain sections in more detail and is great for IEP beginners. This document can be a refresher or a teaching tool for families or educators who are new to the IEP process. It never hurts to have an example to go by to ensure that the IEP is written correctly. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:15:59 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948793992 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948798354 The homepage of NCDHHS. This program allows educators to loan assistive technology devices. This federally funded program also allows demonstrations and training opportunities. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:22:50 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948798354 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948802248 This video outlines how assistive technology benefits a student with a vision impairment. This student is interviewed and we see how her uses of assistive technology allows her to participate in a general education classroom with little conflict. This inclusion benefits the student and her peers because they are able to learn and share from one another. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:29:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948802248 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948805458 The website assists educators in writing a lesson plan that includes all students. When logged in you can see examples of other lesson plans and write your own. The website provides tips and details on certain sections and can be very beneficial for teachers who are beginning the UDL process. It can also be shared to show that using UDL does not have to be complicated and only takes a few adjustments. ]]> 2020-11-22 00:34:10 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948805458 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948821806 This outlines what UDL is, the benefits and how to implement it. IT includes a video and specific guidelines on engagement, representation, and action & expression]]> 2020-11-22 00:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948821806 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948823123 This website goes deeper on UDL and provides a dive into engagement, representation and action & expression. It also provides a video of the co-founder of CAST explaining the highlights of UDL. The website is very interactive and allows the viewer to dive deeper into specific subject of interest. ]]> 2020-11-22 01:01:07 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948823123 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948826111 Indiana University provides a transition matrix to provide educators with assessments baed of their students. The matrix asked for the domain, age range, language and disability area. ]]> 2020-11-22 01:05:34 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948826111 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948827322 The US department of education created a guide for educators to follow when transitioning their students out of high school. It overviews policies, post secondary options for students, and lays out how educators can best support their students in the transition. ]]> 2020-11-22 01:07:28 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948827322 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948840751 Public Schools of NC provides a table of specific forms and documents educators will need. Some of the forms include an invitation to an IEP meeting, consent form, referrals, supplement forms and eligibility worksheets for a number of disabilities. ]]> 2020-11-22 01:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948840751 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948921657 This powerpoint breaks down the policy changes we saw in 2020 regarding ASD. The changes focus on evaluation and identification of ASD. This powerpoint is beneficial for visual learners and breaks down the changes in a simple format. ]]> 2020-11-22 03:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948921657 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948924616 This module covers cultural and linguistic differences in the classroom. It works through situations where educators are faced with the decision to look through the lenses of a different culture or continue to view the situation from their own culture. The module provides beneficial examples, questions and solutions to situations revolving around differences in cultural. ]]> 2020-11-22 03:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948924616 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948936432 This webpage includes an implementation guide for using MTSS in North Carolina. Including the six key components, how to measure MTSS, data evaluation, and monitoring, and much more. The webpage is a good overview of everything MTSS. ]]> 2020-11-22 04:03:42 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948936432 eftingae https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948940266 Duke Law created a guide for parents to better understand their role as a parent of a child with a disability. It educates the parent, covers IDEA, frequently asked questions, 504, sample letters and more. This resource can be beneficial for parents and for to understand their rights and role more organized form than the document provided by Public School of NC. ]]> 2020-11-22 04:08:06 UTC https://padlet.com/eftingae/mjrhgfezc7blx785/wish/948940266