Diverse Learners' Needs (Session 1 - 6 p.m.) by https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx en-us 2022-05-01 02:01:28 UTC 2025-09-30 05:53:15 UTC hello@padlet.com all students can access the material https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190225877 2022-05-18 22:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190225877 READING https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226070 I have so many students who cannot read independently, like we are still learning to recognize all our uppercase and lowercase letters. So how do I make this accessible for 4th/5th/6th teachers who cannot read at all?]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226070 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226073 Academic gaps ]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226073 wendy_brown1 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226082 No student gets left out

]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226082 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226107 Making sure my high ability kids really are challenged and my lower kids are not lost

]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226107 ELL https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226147 Biggest challenge is newcomer students, students that have zero English language abilities.]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226147 Student Choice https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226234 Allowing student-choice and self-pacing ]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226234 have materials to build background knowledge https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226245 2022-05-18 22:14:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226245 wendy_brown1 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226278 Time

]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226278 I am given the majority of special education students because I have the most success with getting them close to grade level. melissaerick https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226377 2022-05-18 22:14:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226377 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226425 Students and guardians have appreciated our teachers that create alternative assignments for student with different needs.]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226425 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226454 Students are all familiar with technology and with managing their different platforms

]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226454 groups https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226480 what is the most effective/useful way to group students?]]> 2022-05-18 22:14:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226480 minimal I'm sorry to say. apeoples20 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226526 This is one of reason's I'm diving into MCP. Thus far pairing with other students. ]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226526 How to meet twice exceptional students, especially those who struggle to have passions or motivation? rachelzonshine https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226527 2022-05-18 22:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226527 Flexible Due dates https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226536 Having flexible due dates for assignments before the final assessment for a unit of work.]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226536 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226559 All students being able to better understand a subject]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226559 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226562 Students can re-watch the instructional videos as many times as necessary. Also, you can devote one on one time with students.]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226562 Students who need constant monitoring with no para/push-in teacher. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226589 2022-05-18 22:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226589 Mindfulness https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226593 Using multiple modes and choices for students to demonstrate skills. 

]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226593 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226624 Having variety in the ways in which students learn. We have the videos, we have card sorts or manipulatives, we have time for peer teaching in groups, and we have access to whiteboards for students to have another hands-on means to practice. This will also allow for movement around the classroom doing the different activities.]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226624 mirelinda_dema https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226637 Small groups are carefully selected based on needs]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226637 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226681 Asking the student what works best for them and basing instruction/materials off of their voice and input ]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226681 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226701 Google Classroom allows you to assign lessons to specific students so they only see what you want them to. It's a great way to differentiate. ]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:16 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226701 Student choice https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226726 Giving students alternatives to traditional assignments]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226726 changing mindsets from teacher centered to student centered https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226764 2022-05-18 22:15:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226764 Students are getting what they need individually to be successful. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226821 2022-05-18 22:15:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226821 Had a student come to school first week for him being in USA. Had to figure out how to communicate with him https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226886 2022-05-18 22:15:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226886 So many different levels and so many needing individualized attention. rachelzonshine https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226925 2022-05-18 22:15:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226925 Guided Reading Groups https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226978 How have teachers incorporated the MCP model with guided reading/workshop models?]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226978 TIME!!! apeoples20 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226998 I do good to plan for the whole class and wing it for diversity. Ugh.....]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190226998 There doesn't seem to be enough time to plan for every level for every lesson. It is exhausting. melissaerick https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227021 2022-05-18 22:15:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227021 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227130 How can I help motivate online learners to try their best when a parent does not help?]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227130 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227134 Some students may get through the "must do" items very quickly while others take a much longer time.]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227134 Students know they matter when you plan for them as individuals https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227158 2022-05-18 22:15:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227158 I dabbled with self-paced learning in my SPED classroom after discovering the MCP free online course and my students really appreciated being able to work at their own speed without feeling like they were missing something. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227165 2022-05-18 22:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227165 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227199 So many students with so many needs plus mental health issues to plan a well round diverse lesson in 7 subjects.

]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227199 time https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227213 2022-05-18 22:15:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227213 As a special area teacher (visual arts), I see ALL students and differentiate for all who need it. This can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task! https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227237 2022-05-18 22:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227237 mirelinda_dema https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227239 When there are so many types of learners in one class, I often don't know how to meet all their needs at once.]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227239 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227246 Time......always a time thing.......]]> 2022-05-18 22:15:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227246 Student who hated going to school is confident A student. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227250 2022-05-18 22:15:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227250 Sucesses https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227304 students feel like they are learning faster and can help a peer to get something once they get it.]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227304 Seeing diverse learners' confidence grow as they are able to have a bit more success when materials, lessons, and activities have been created with them in mind! https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227476 2022-05-18 22:16:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227476 how does MC address the student discourse component of instruction? https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227508 2022-05-18 22:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227508 Learning Disabilities https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227542 giving all students the support they need when they need it]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227542 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227562 Does mastery look different for diverse learners or should the outcome always be the same/similar?]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227562 Student choice, choice boards, planning with diverse learners' needs in mind, but still applicable to the whole of the class. rachelzonshine https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227634 2022-05-18 22:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227634 Look at data! and Build that relationship! https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227638 My current school has a huge portion of ELL's! Consider looking at test scores--we use the Access test to see where students are at language, reading, writing, speaking, and listening-wise! It's very helpful when creating assessments and lessons.
Also, relationships! ]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227638 Planning time to give all levels equal attention. Needing to meet so many different levels when they are not able to work independently. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227705 2022-05-18 22:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227705 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227719 How can I better plan my groups especially in math to reach every student's needs?]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227719 Just wondering how you would adapt in this set up https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227740 2022-05-18 22:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227740 Mostly having time to plan when so many teacher are frequently out of the building and we may get two plans a week. Having access to a variety of materials that will match the objectives being taught. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227757 2022-05-18 22:16:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227757 How exactly? apeoples20 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227783 What do I need to pull from an IEP (for example) and then how do I learn how to adapt for them. ]]> 2022-05-18 22:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227783 Doing more for my GATE cluster... rachelzonshine https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227828 2022-05-18 22:16:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190227828 mirelinda_dema https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228029 How do I create challenges or extension assignments for those above grade level students?]]> 2022-05-18 22:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228029 Getting to know my students well enough to meet their needs! Part of learning about your students' needs is getting to engage with how incredible they are! https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228059 2022-05-18 22:17:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228059 How much depth to consider when designing activities. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228097 2022-05-18 22:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228097 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228104 Staying ahead of my fastest learner to make sure they have stuff to move on too if ready.]]> 2022-05-18 22:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228104 I am hoping this course helps me feel more successful in this task. It has been very challenging keeping up with the needs my students have had. Teaching 27 kids two years in a row that fall anywhere from kindergarten to 6th grade in academic ability and having a schedule that doesn't allow for proper small group instruction of all kids has been a challenge. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228154 2022-05-18 22:17:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228154 gauging how long some students will take to complete assignments; shifting ownership/getting them to think for themselves rather than immediately ask me https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228173 2022-05-18 22:17:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228173 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228211 What do you do when students have missing work well after the end date? ]]> 2022-05-18 22:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228211 How do I plan for diverse learners without working outside my contract hours. I am very protective of my time with my family. I spend 8 hours each day with students and I unwilling to sacrifice any more time with my family. melissaerick https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228248 2022-05-18 22:17:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228248 What factors do I consider to address variable pacing to address for my learners' needs? For instance kids could use the speech to text or audio record button to provide an answer to a question but one of the missing elements is a rubric for their responses. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228302 2022-05-18 22:17:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228302 There are not enough hours in the day, or enough of me to go around to plan and meet all of the needs in my room every day. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228502 2022-05-18 22:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228502 We have had a mentoring group for the last several years. I am excited that the MCP platform will still allow for more one-to-one time to help our scholars. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228519 2022-05-18 22:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228519 Differentiated lessons https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228555 How can we meet the needs of exceptional students and those with learning disabilities. ]]> 2022-05-18 22:17:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228555 Ultimately I think the successes comes down to ownership of the learning for the student which contributes to them becoming lifelong learners. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228753 2022-05-18 22:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228753 Lack of motivation https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228785 I have many students who are uninterested in reading (I teach ELA) and are not motivated to 
Lack of academic language
Struggle to connect to text--it's important to include diverse stories in curriculum!

]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228785 Unidentified Needs https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228787 Sometimes the guardian of a student is not forthcoming with their student's unique needs.

Alternatively, previous teachers did not accurately address a student's needs. For instance, if a student is not on an IEP teachers may overlook subtle clues.

]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228787 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228796 How do you truly plan for every individual without driving yourself insane?]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228796 Consistency and time https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228800 Having time to meet with groups to keep them improving and engaged.]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228800 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228863 How do we address the self pace of MCP with the pacing expected by the district?]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228863 Student graded https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228911 Having students grade their own assignments in Math class. They then fix their mistakes before they move on.]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228911 Reading has been a huge struggle this year. I also have many students that don't know all their letters and sounds. On the flip side of that I have very intelligent kids that aren't getting challenge enough because I am having to really help the VERY low kids. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228938 2022-05-18 22:18:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190228938 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229067 Teaching PE is hard because students come with a variety of exposure and values to physical activity. ]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229067 https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229112 Making sure every student can access the material (those who can’t read are a challenge), wanting to do creative projects but having kids who resist it; I really struggle with wanting to give students time to construct their own understandings and meanings of mathematical ideas but the curriculum and pacing doesn’t allow it ]]> 2022-05-18 22:18:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229112 Allowing students to make up tests and turn in work late. Scoring based on mastery, not compliance. rachelzonshine https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229632 2022-05-18 22:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229632 How do you meet the needs of all kids when your numbers in a class size are very high? https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229965 2022-05-18 22:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190229965 How do you use trackers, guided notes, and instructions for those that cannot read? LOWER LOWER level of learners. https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190256308 2022-05-18 22:58:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mentorship5/xuwbzr2s59li65hx/wish/2190256308