Consideration 7.2
Make learning meaningful and real
Connect lessons to students’ real lives and interests so they see why what they’re learning matters.

Consideration 7.3
Encourage joy and playfulness
Bring fun and excitement into learning to keep students curious and engaged.

Consideration 7.4
Create safe and supportive learning spaces
Make sure the classroom feels welcoming and free of judgment so students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes.

Consideration 8.2
Keep expectations high but provide support
Challenge students while giving them the tools and help they need to succeed in different ways.

Consideration 8.3
Encourage learning together
Create opportunities for students to learn from each other and work as a team.

Consideration 8.4
Build a strong classroom community
Make sure every student feels welcome, included, and like they truly belong.

Consideration 8.5
Give helpful, growth-focused feedback
Support students’ progress by giving feedback that focuses on their effort and how they can keep improving.

Consideration 9.2
Support emotional growth and self-awareness
Teach students how to recognize and handle their feelings and build positive relationships with others.

Consideration 9.3
Encourage reflection and learning from mistakes
Give students time to think about their progress and how they can grow from both their successes and setbacks.

Consideration 9.4
Teach empathy and repair
Help students understand different points of view and how to make things right when harm is done.

Consideration 1.2
Share information in different ways
Present content using a mix of visuals, audio, text, and hands-on materials so everyone can access and understand it.

Consideration 1.3
Include many voices and experiences
Teach from a variety of perspectives so all students feel seen and can learn from different identities and backgrounds.

Consideration 2.2
Make reading and symbols easier to understand
Support students so that tricky words or symbols don’t stop them from learning the main idea.

Consideration 2.3
Support all languages and ways of communicating
Use visuals, movement, translations, and simple explanations to help students learn across different languages and dialects.

Consideration 2.4
Respect all forms of language and communication
Value different ways people speak and write, and help students see the importance of language diversity.

Consideration 2.5
Make learning visual and interactive
Use videos, activities, images, and simulations to help students understand concepts in fun and engaging ways.

Consideration 3.2
Focus on big ideas and key connections
Point out patterns and important details so students understand how everything fits together.

Consideration 3.3
Respect different ways of understanding the world
Value and include a variety of cultural, personal, and creative ways of thinking and learning.

Consideration 3.4
Help students use what they’ve learned in new situations
Encourage students to apply their learning in different settings, both in and out of the classroom.

Consideration 4.2
Make learning accessible through tools and technology
Use accessible tools and technologies that help students engage with the material and succeed in their learning.

Consideration 5.2
Use different tools for creativity and expression
Give students a range of tools to express their ideas in ways that support the learning goal.

Consideration 5.3
Provide support while encouraging independence
Offer help as students practice and build skills, then gradually let them take more control over their learning.

Consideration 5.4
Respect all forms of communication
Acknowledge and value different ways people express themselves, ensuring everyone feels heard.

Consideration 6.2
Prepare for challenges and obstacles
Create plans that anticipate potential struggles, allowing students to approach their goals with a sense of readiness.

Consideration 6.3
Support organization and memory
Provide flexible tools and strategies to help students organize information and remember key concepts.

Consideration 6.4
Track and reflect on progress
Encourage students to monitor their growth over time and use that reflection to improve further.

Consideration 6.5
Foster inclusivity
Work actively to eliminate exclusionary practices and build environments where everyone feels welcome and valued.