OK2Ask286 Hidden Treasures by SFL K12 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286 Share a link to a resource you found on TeachersFirst that will help you differentiate instruction in your classroom. DON'T FORGET TO ADD YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME AS THE TITLE OF YOUR POST. en-us 2018-06-26 11:57:20 UTC 2025-09-24 09:43:53 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Diskette.png Sharon Hall thinkingteachers https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/268594114 Adapt a Strategy is an excellent resource that I can use with all students, not just ESL/ELL students. One of my favorite parts of this page is all of the links to different types of dictionaries for student use. ]]> 2018-06-26 12:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/268594114 Traci Hedetniemi https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991831 Many of my students will get behind on their work and need structure in order to get back on track. This site looks like a good tool to help them develop a study planner and map out how to catch up on overdue lessons.]]> 2018-07-11 23:15:09 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991831 Lori MacConnell https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991855 I found the Online Tools section (https://www.teachersfirst.com/ontools.cfm) to be very helpful.  It has everything from online timers to random name generators, with lots of helpful items in between.  There are so many, I'll have to choose 1 or 2 to start, and then keep on exploring.]]> 2018-07-11 23:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991855 Karen Chastain https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991872 The WordWriter resource will help with lessons targeting vocabulary growth and strengthening reading comprehension.]]> 2018-07-11 23:15:55 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991872 Jennifer Bateman https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991912 https://teachersfirst.com/professional-resources/ I am trying find more ways to differentiate instruction for my students.  https://sites.google.com/site/twitterchatarchives/home/differentiating-instruction-practical-ideas-for-teachers---december-2017. I will need to explore this more. I am not very tech savy but I am learning. 

]]> 2018-07-11 23:16:44 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991912 Emily Boisvert https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991920 I am interested watching in the effective feedback webinar linked from within  the Special Ed section under Differentiation. My school has a specific focus on providing effective feedback and I'm curious about any new suggestions or resources here.]]> 2018-07-11 23:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991920 Dana Nistor dananistor2014 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991931  
OK2Ask: Digital Differentiation with Symbaloo Learning Paths - TeachersFirst 
]]> 2018-07-11 23:16:58 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991931 Brandon Hamilton https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991955 I found Rubistar to be very helpful. I can see myself using this resource all the time for various projects and presentations. It seems to be super convenient and user friendly as well!]]> 2018-07-11 23:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991955 Nicole Medeiros https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991964 I guide teachers through Blended Learning practices and classroom differentiation. Often I find great resources and ideas on Twitter to share. Our district has adopted Twitter has a communication tool for parents and staff. This will bridge these two initiatives teaching the teachers the tool for professional use and exploring resources in their classroom. ]]> 2018-07-11 23:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991964 Amanda Nowlin anowlin https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991966 I found this Special Education Interactive Planner for Caregivers extremely helpful! One of the hardest things about Special Ed. is getting everyone on "the team" (parents, caregivers, teachers, resource teachers) on the same page! How great would it be if we could use this to have all of the information in one place, accessible at all times and places (until our old school files). ]]> 2018-07-11 23:17:49 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269991966 Sheila Collins smcollins2 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992002 I love using rubrics because they help the student to understand and produce the level of work needed for a particular situation.]]> 2018-07-11 23:18:40 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992002 Kristi Merchant https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992019 I love the idea of using the weekly coding challenge in the library during lunch/recess time. What an awesome way for students to use coding skills!]]> 2018-07-11 23:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992019 Randy Domstrand https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992047 2018-07-11 23:19:31 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992047 Katrina Madok https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992051 https://www.teachersfirst.com/single.cfm?id=6856
This link is for science songs - I listened to Constellation Jig. It was under two minutes but the fun rhythm and use vocabulary is a great way to encourage comprehension and retention of information]]> 2018-07-11 23:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992051 Brittany Sears sbsears23 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992079 My kiddos love Bingo and I like how I can insert my own spelling words, vocabulary words, or even pictures instead of creating my own each time.  ]]> 2018-07-11 23:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992079 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992082 Gloria Bowman   I found a great idea to use for my gifted students. Students use an "idea bin" to store ideas and questions that pop in their heads during anytime of the day. 
 ]]> 2018-07-11 23:20:12 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992082 Gail Rogers bgrogers1 https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992100 https://www.chalk.com/planboard/ I have never done lesson plans online but I think it will be very useful especially to just add the links and other resources for easy and quick access.]]> 2018-07-11 23:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992100 Amy Widener https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992107 I think this would be a great resource to use with my classes.]]> 2018-07-11 23:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992107 Jean Kerr https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992113 Students can create their own games.]]> 2018-07-11 23:20:45 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992113 Patricia Orlando https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992146  
This will be helpful because it discussed different strategies to help students' with diverse learning needs.. 

 
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]]> 2018-07-11 23:21:20 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992146 Randy Domstrand https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992147 Differentiating for all learners applies every day.  A useful resource to accomplish important daily activities.

]]> 2018-07-11 23:21:20 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992147 Linda Abraham https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992154 In the online tools section for teachers, ducksoup site seemed interesting and helpful to have a paperless classroom. This looks like a great resource for not only teachers, but students, parents and the school.]]> 2018-07-11 23:21:44 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992154 Patricia Swiatek https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992159 http://answerables.com/

Game-based learning..this is their world and what they understand in my third grade inclusion class. Links all of your sites for easy access. Definitely interested!]]> 2018-07-11 23:21:57 UTC https://padlet.com/thinkingteachers/ok2ask286/wish/269992159