Diverse Learners' Needs (Session 2 - 2 p.m.) by https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf en-us 2022-06-03 21:00:08 UTC 2025-11-23 12:36:20 UTC hello@padlet.com Balancing SEL needs with academic needs. schmalzw https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222234144 2022-06-15 18:08:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222234144 How to best track where kids are at? schmalzw https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222234949 We will show some examples a little later in the presentation.]]> 2022-06-15 18:10:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222234949 In terms of performance based classes! Yikes! https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235213 If you've never tried FlipGrid, it's amazing for having students do videos for their Mastery Checks and practice. Re: Yeah, used flipgrid when musical was cancelled for checkins. I mean more pacing concepts to older beginners.

]]> 2022-06-15 18:10:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235213 Letting student guide the work as long as it meets the outcomes. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235464 2022-06-15 18:10:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235464 Getting to know my students really has helped me to find out what modality of learning is best for them. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235505 2022-06-15 18:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235505 Having newcomers in our school when it comes to newcomers to the country. It's hard when they have zero English language knowledge to teach them how to function in an American school setting let alone teaching them academic content. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235540 2022-06-15 18:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235540 Never able to reach everyone's needs. Always leaving someone behind. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235552 2022-06-15 18:10:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235552 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235562 Creating schedules for small group and one-on-one conferences with students ]]> 2022-06-15 18:10:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235562 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235578 I think time to just to even think about it and act like what has been mentioned. 

]]> 2022-06-15 18:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235578 I love how being untethered from the front of the room allows MCP teachers to really connect more frequently and more deeply with individual students! maherl1 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235581 2022-06-15 18:10:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235581 how to best use the time given and make sure I answer everyone's questions to the best of my ability https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235605 2022-06-15 18:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235605 Different levels in a class over 30 students https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235609 2022-06-15 18:10:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235609 Having the time to implement those plans each day with those learners. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235620 2022-06-15 18:10:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235620 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235638 Being able to create lessons that meet the needs of the students in my class. 
Also, being able to create lessons that are more real-world and creative

]]> 2022-06-15 18:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235638 vast skill deficiencies https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235643 2022-06-15 18:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235643 Handling absenteeism and make up work- differentiating for those times when students are absent https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235694 2022-06-15 18:11:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235694 Meeting the needs of my SEL and IEP/Sped populations is my biggest challenge. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235779 2022-06-15 18:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235779 Differentiating for different levels of English proficiency, even in one ESL classroom https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235810 2022-06-15 18:11:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235810 Supporting ESL students https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235816 2022-06-15 18:11:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235816 I started using the MCP model last January. I found that my lower performing students really improved. I had one student jump 2 grade levels. I feel like meeting with small groups was the key. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235872 2022-06-15 18:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235872 I have the most success when working with small groups or one-on-one https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235878 2022-06-15 18:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235878 Leveling up for high achievers nmbeck79 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235927 2022-06-15 18:11:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235927 Not being able to reach all students https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235986 2022-06-15 18:11:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235986 I have been able to encourage my student to do that next step because they have had the time they needed to finish the first step. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235987 2022-06-15 18:11:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222235987 Using accessibility features to help students access content, utilizing student strengths when assigning tasks https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236104 2022-06-15 18:11:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236104 Choosing the right pace to support student needs maherl1 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236153 2022-06-15 18:11:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236153 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236215 Various intellectual disabilites and ability levels, and trying to balance SEL and academics.

]]> 2022-06-15 18:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236215 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236262 Having students at so many different levels of learning in one classroom.]]> 2022-06-15 18:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236262 supporting students with reading difficulties/challenges https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236285 2022-06-15 18:11:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236285 I would love to hear personal experiences from more experienced teachers on what has worked for them. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236376 Yes! Personal experiences are so helpful. We will have lots of time to chat about personal experiences in our breakout rooms.]]> 2022-06-15 18:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236376 Knowing where everyone is and if they are really learning the material. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236411 2022-06-15 18:11:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236411 Time to work individually with students to fill in missing pieces https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236437 2022-06-15 18:12:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236437 Balancing IEP accommodations and goals with what we are learning. Also, helping my EL students. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236441 2022-06-15 18:12:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236441 having the students take initiative when it comes to completing their work and making sure it gets done on time to the best of their ability https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236465 2022-06-15 18:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236465 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236470 being able to do small groups with kids that want more, and kids that need more]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236470 How do we make modifications for our special populations? https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236499 We will be talking about some suggestions and ways to do this in our presentation and breakout rooms.

]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236499 Using choice-based projects. Students have a menu of options to show what they know. This allows them to choose the best option for their needs. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236504 2022-06-15 18:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236504 I feel like I have come a long way with diversity of SEL needs. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236507 2022-06-15 18:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236507 Ensuring rigor with student work - as each student guided work is completed there are more exceptions to the rubric than I would like to admit. Sometimes the rigor is lost. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236509 2022-06-15 18:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236509 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236636 There is so much to plan in a class where the range of levels is from K-5 all in one room for one subject. It becomes overwhelming. Also, my students need access to both electronic and paper copies, so it puts more work on me and I become overwhelmed 

]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236636 How to make must do's challenging enough while pushing higher achievers and meeting the needs of students who need extra support nmbeck79 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236644 Must Dos in my experience have been pretty similar across the board for most students. It's my Should Dos and Aspire To Dos where I really push my higher achieving students (and those who are just really interested in the topic) and been able to work more individually with those who need the extra support.]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236644 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236723 I think having stuff planned and ready to go to help students is the biggest challenge. Another challenge is the student motivation when I do try to meet their needs. ]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236723 Time to work with students, individually or small group https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236741 2022-06-15 18:12:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236741 chronic absenteeism https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236778 2022-06-15 18:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236778 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236784 balancing the time between students based on who needs me and the different levels of need.

having the time to give meet with students individually as much as they need.]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236784 Presenting the lesson/skill with multiple methods of delivery.--tactile, auditory, movement, visuals, conversations/collaborations with peers https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236832 2022-06-15 18:12:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236832 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236892 I work with small diverse groups within my civics and geography class]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236892 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236967 Most of my special needs kids do well with technology, so that has helped to allow me to work more one on one or small group in my self-contained class.]]> 2022-06-15 18:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222236967 How to support different knowledge and experience levels, particularly with technology? https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237082 2022-06-15 18:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237082 No questions really. Just wanted to say that I usually will make a more scaffolded video for those students that need it. Or I adjust the assignments. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237100 2022-06-15 18:12:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237100 Large class sizes make this difficult. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237110 2022-06-15 18:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237110 Adding steps at the top of each scrolling lesson doc has really helped to chunk out each part of the lesson nmbeck79 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237133 2022-06-15 18:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237133 Supporting ESL students, especially when there are many newcomers throughout the year. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237143 2022-06-15 18:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237143 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237238 Sometimes just finding the right thing that will work for that one learner and continuing to apply it in the future with success!


]]> 2022-06-15 18:13:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237238 Not enough time to teach/reteach the content https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237258 2022-06-15 18:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237258 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237363 How do we encourage "should do" activities to those who need it most when "should do" sounds optional? ]]> 2022-06-15 18:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237363 So far, my best success comes from planning my lessons to include a variety of skills/options for completing the math questions and creating 3 levels of most of my formative and summative assessments. (level 1: the floor, what ALL students can do; level 2: gen. ed.; level 3: High ability questions/activities) https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237407 2022-06-15 18:13:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237407 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237426 How to create the modifications in a class with varied learning levels in a way that creates a smooth running classroom. Time required to set it up? Realistic goals that can be met in a school year?]]> 2022-06-15 18:13:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237426 Students' resistance to completing differentiated assignments because they feel offended by scaffolds or because they want the "easier work" https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237459 2022-06-15 18:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237459 Want to hear personal experiences and examples https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237571 2022-06-15 18:13:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237571 Time. I am in a hybrid homeschool setting so see my students only twice a week...only 2 hours to cover a week's worth of material https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237621 2022-06-15 18:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237621 How to fairly grade differentiated work https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237622 2022-06-15 18:13:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237622 How to keep motivation high for all learners. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237688 2022-06-15 18:13:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237688 Enrichment has always been my struggle. After students have completed what needs done quickly, I put them on an app then having an activity to deepen their understanding. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237715 2022-06-15 18:13:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237715 Keeping up with those that finish early and become bored, versus those that are bored and not engaged at the start. broad extremes being reached https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237784 2022-06-15 18:13:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237784 Ideas for how to structure class time so that teachers can connect with individual students effectively but also efficiently maherl1 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237803 I support teachers who are challenged to get to all students who need to connect, and then how students can be productive while waiting their turn.]]> 2022-06-15 18:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237803 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237809 How can this work for my students who are unable to work independently and need teacher or paraprofessional guidance and redirection regularly?]]> 2022-06-15 18:13:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237809 Acceleration and recovery plans... b/c modern classroom is so learner centered how does and interventionist fit in? I want to make sure his/her time isn't wasted. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237994 2022-06-15 18:14:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222237994 Not all of my lessons are on skills that are easy to diversify. A basic math skill can be looked at different ways, but is answered typically right or wrong. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222238219 2022-06-15 18:14:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222238219 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222239115 How do we prevent bottlenecking? How do we efficiently give feedback quickly before students move to far ahead in another lesson? What are ways to efficiently give feedback and work with learners one-on-one without burning out from quick turn-over or without a wait time that may be too long for students?]]> 2022-06-15 18:15:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222239115 If the goal is "mastery", do I gear my "Must Do's" to my special ed students, believing that they can master the "basic" skill to move forward. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222239321 2022-06-15 18:16:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222239321 Developing working relationships with students so that you become familiar with their culture/family needs https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222242772 2022-06-15 18:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/p1ha1szb1kemtotf/wish/2222242772