https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb Resources for all Educators en-us 2020-09-29 13:58:57 UTC 2020-10-23 13:21:13 UTC hello@padlet.com s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787894048 This resource describes how assistive technology can benefit students with disabilities. It gives insight on technology that can be used for certain disabilities that will benefit a student with that disability. It gives reference to the main types of disabilities we are likely to face in public education.  It is important that all teachers have a basic understanding of the disabilities we will face in our classroom. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:03:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787894048 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787898815  This article addresses some of the levels of assisted technology available. It also gives some of the functions associated with AT as well as some of the different types of AT. It talks about some of the mid-tech devices that teachers can use to help students excel throughout school. It is important we make sure students have access to this technology and utilize it to make the most of their education. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:04:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787898815 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787903696  This link shows someone how to get text to speech on a chromebook. This is important because a student may need their computer to read to them but they are unsure of how to get the computer to read aloud. This resource will help teachers and colleagues turn on the read aloud function. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787903696 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787917525  This link shows someone how to get text to speech on a Apple Macbook. This is important because a student may need their computer to read to them but they are unsure of how to get the computer to read aloud. This resource will help teachers and colleagues turn on the read aloud function. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:08:48 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787917525 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787920641 This resource describes assistive technology that can be used in reading and other subjects such as audio books and text-to-speech options among others. It tells someone the benefits and goals the center has for someone who uses assistive technology. It also gives a success story of someone that has greatly benefitted from getting access to assistive technology. It lastly lays out other websites that could be beneficial for someone to check on assistive technology.]]> 2020-09-29 14:09:27 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787920641 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787923622  This article gives many insights on how to use AT in math classrooms. These include talking calculators, working math problems on a computer, and other tools used to help with math. It tells how much students can benefit from AT in math and can complete task they once struggled with. It also talks about the funding and how that can sometimes be a challenge for teachers. The AT is needed for some students to be able to gain a deeper understanding for math. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:10:02 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787923622 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787927339  This website allows for one to search for apps to assist students. It even allows the teacher to search the exact disability and find the best apps. This I believe is a crucial tool that can change a students learning environment for the best. ]]> 2020-09-29 14:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/787927339 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789653893 This article addresses how to prepare teachers to be culturally responsive. It is important for teachers to know and strive to have cultural knowledge and be aware of their students. It talks about the success students will achieve if they have a teacher who is culturally responsive. So as educators we must strive to become culturally responsive in our classroom and life. This resources is lengthy so I encourage one to take a look at the table of contents and find a section that best address your needs. I encourage all to read the sections titled "Preparing Teachers to Be Culturally Responsive", "Effective Teaching Is Culturally Responsive", and "Teacher Expectations and Student Achievement".]]> 2020-09-29 21:01:00 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789653893 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789661871 This guide is published by the Abolitionist Teaching Network and it talks about how a teacher can challenge racial and social injustice. This guide lays out principles that teachers striving to be abolitionist advocate for within their school and community. It also gives advice to challenge colleagues and administrators to have an abolitionist approach to school policy to make change in schooling efforts. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:04:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789661871 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789663316 This resource gives teachers the "What, Why, How" to all 7 of the culturally responsive teaching characteristics listed. This is a resource that teachers can reference to get tips to adjust their teaching practices to become culturally responsive. This is a great resource for all teachers to access to understand what a culturally responsive teacher looks like. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:05:38 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789663316 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789665735  This website is jam packed with information it gives lesson plans for teachers to use so students can learn true and accurate information. It also gives online learning modules that students can complete to learn about fighting slavery and racial injustice that was experienced in America. It lastly gives resources that students can reference to gain an understanding of what the laws were and how it was to live during those times. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:06:52 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789665735 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789667099  This resource demonstrates methods to becoming a culturally responsive teacher. It list resources such as lesson planning websites and activities to do with students that raises cultural awareness. These can be important for educators to consider when trying to plan a lesson. It gives links to videos that show culturally responsive teaching occurring in a classroom. This is important because it gives a live example of this style of learning occurring. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789667099 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789668639  This website offers links to multiple other sources so that educators can establish themselves as being culturally responsive. It gives you the "What, Why, How" to become a culturally responsive teacher. This is critical for us to become educators who understand our students and advocate for them. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789668639 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789676698  This resource gives an overview of how to use evidence-based practice in the classroom. It then goes on to give specific resources for math, literacy, and english language development. These specific resources can help an assortment of people make sure they are using evidence-based practice in their classroom. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789676698 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789678428 This website gives resources to use in order to make sure you are using evidence-based practice. This evidence-based practice is very important to incorporate in our classroom.  It also talks about an opportunity to a course design institute the University offers. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789678428 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789680754 This website gives an overview of what must be present in evidence-based practice. These include setting clear goals for students, and questioning understanding of students, etc. These are a couple important topics that we must make sure are constantly present in our classroom. This source gives 10 topics that educators need to strive to have in their classroom. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:14:24 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789680754 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789682627  The University of Penn website list 6 ways to insure your classroom is more inclusive of diverse learners who have different abilities. This article talks about inclusive classrooms that goes beyond students with disabilities and makes the classroom better for all students. It is key that all students feel welcomed and want to be involved in the classroom. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789682627 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789683873  This PDF is quite long and it gives the reader a section that describes "How to Teach", this describes ways to teach students with disabilities effectively. This PDF also gives a section "What to Teach", this describes what teaching in certain areas should look like. It also talks about other skills that are vitally important to students with disabilities. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789683873 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789685142  This website gives resources for teachers, specifically resources for the objectives students with disabilities strive to meet. It is important that teachers are aware of these objectives so students with disabilities can be assisted in the manner they need. It can be used by all educators to make sure they are developing students abilities in different areas in their classroom.]]> 2020-09-29 21:16:44 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789685142 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789686374  This interactive website gives evidence-based practice summaries in different categories. This website includes valuable information to teachers in every discipline to be used in the classroom.  This website also gives access to credible websites that contain more information on the topic you are looking for. This website can help teachers to effectively teach students with diverse abilities. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789686374 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789687730  This resource talks about the information that goes into developing an IEP. It describes what an IEP is and the types of services offered for an IEP. This resource also tackles some myths and facts about IEPs. It also address some of the frequently asked questions and lastly list some additional resources for people to use. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:18:06 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789687730 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789694408  The Pacer Center website gives information on the special education process and has videos to help explain this. It also addresses the 504 plan as well as IEPs that students may have. It is important that parents and teachers understand these so students can get the most out of school. This website also list information on the rights that parents of students with disabilities have, it is important to know these rights. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:21:44 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789694408 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789695671  This article addresses the importance of a general education teacher attending an IEP meeting. As a future general education teacher it will be critical for me to know what to do in and IEP meeting and how to best serve the student. This article lays out the before, during, and after implications of IEP meetings. This is a resource for teachers to gain a better understanding of IEPs.]]> 2020-09-29 21:22:25 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789695671 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789715614  This website gives advice about IEPs by first giving a background on what an IEP is and how one is developed. It talks about the importance of keeping a students goal in mind and assisting the student in achieving those goals. It is important to include families in a child's education because it produces effective learning. This article addresses what family involvement looks like and how to create that partnership with parents. ]]> 2020-09-29 21:33:55 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789715614 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789719922  This resource can be applied to teaching remote learning for students with disabilities. I think this is something many teachers are struggling with this year. This can be useful for teachers to consider as all learning is remote for most students this semester.]]> 2020-09-29 21:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/789719922 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802827123 This resource gives links to information on specific topics that all teachers are going to deal with. These topics include preparation of information, Classroom environment, instruction and professional responsibilities. This grants access to explore areas you may need to improve in your teaching method. It also gives an opportunity to help fellow teachers who maybe struggling in an area get resources for improvement. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:00:27 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802827123 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802828797 This resource gives teachers an area to learn some of the basics that go into everyday teaching. This resource also get into teaching writing assignments which is important for any discipline. Writing skills are something that students will use for the rest of their life. If we teach them key principles it will help them to become successful in future careers. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:00:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802828797 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802832655 This resource discusses connecting the classroom to events that are occuring in the World today. This is important because it shows student you care about relevant issues that are affecting them on a regular basis. When discussing these issues we must also give students a voice in the classroom and let them express their feelings.  The article addresses how it is important we make students critical thinkers. Critical thinking is a skill students will use for their entire lives.  ]]> 2020-10-05 13:01:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802832655 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802834033 This website gives unique lessons on topics teachers at different grade levels will teach. This give access to videos students can view to get information. This is a different way to present information for students to understand. They have lessons on most core subjects so it is friendly to all teachers but is geared toward elementary and middle school aged children. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:02:18 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802834033 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802835605 This resource gives information on how teachers should create a syllabus. It gives information on what goes into a syllabus such as course description, required materials, schedule, etc. The article addresses how language used in the syllabus can affect students in the classroom. The article finally addresses examples of policies and resources you can use in your syllabus. These are important for all teachers to considered when constructing their syllabus.]]> 2020-10-05 13:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802835605 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802836896 This article addresses the key elements needed for classroom management. These aspects include organizing the classroom in a manner that produces an inviting learning environment. The article addresses how to have management of the classroom during planning and instruction. This is something all teachers must have in their classroom. The article also gives many more sections on classroom management. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:03:02 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802836896 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802846360 This website shows the UDL guidelines in the classroom. These guidelines include engagement, representation, Action & Expression. Within these it gives different topics and hyperlinks for the teacher to click on. These hyperlinks include self regulation, and comprehension to name a couple, although there are many more. This is something all teachers should review and strive to incorporate in their classroom. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:05:23 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802846360 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802847628 This article addresses that students will come to the classroom from different backgrounds with different knowledge. It goes on to address providing multiple means of representation,  action and expression, and engagement. This article addresses how UDL will be applied in your classroom by asking critical questions about course design.]]> 2020-10-05 13:05:42 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802847628 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802849526 This article addresses UDL granting students different ways to interact with material. This article addresses different ways to present information for students. It also talks about other areas we can give multiple ways to complete said task in. This is important so students can be successful in all classrooms. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802849526 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802851452 Digital Accessibility and UDL have similar goals. And can help students from different areas succeed on task. Although sometimes these can work against each other because they cause issues in have access to the other. Such as technology not allowing for use of UDL principles. The article also gives recommendations on how to use both digital media and UDL together. It lastly gives information on what it takes to get a institution to have UDL principles. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:06:38 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802851452 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802852792 This article first addresses the seven principles of universal design. These include flexibility in use, and tolerance for error. These are both very important in education. The WCAG principles are also addressed in this article which include perceivable, and understandable. All the UDL principles are highlighted in this article and examples of implementing them for new teachers. Lastly, the article address universal design for instruction and list examples such as class climate, and delivery methods to name a couple. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802852792 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802854586 This article is the first of a three part series on UDL. This gives a really good practice of the UDL Lens of Access which grants students the opportunity to share about their learning. This creates an understanding for teachers and helps to create an inclusive environment. The article addresses a very important piece about making equity the center of an inclusive environment. I encourage you to check out the other sections in this module to learn more about UDL implications. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802854586 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802858062 This article addresses what effective vocabulary learning looks like. It talks about word learning strategies and the benefits of using those. When presenting vocabulary it is important to give multiple exposures to the word in different context. It also references some methods to help students who are learning the English language. This is important to all educators because we will probably experience this in our classroom at sometime or another. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802858062 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802859674 This article addresses that words are not often learned in the first encounter but are often learned through multiple encounters with the word. The article addresses the best practices for vocabulary instruction. It gives 4 main practices, rich and varied language experiences, direct teaching of individual words, independent word-learning strategies, and fostering word consciousness. The article talks about all these in more detail and also gives some strategies for English Language Learners. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802859674 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802861445 The article talks about the different tiers of vocabulary words and as teachers we need to be aware of those. Teaching vocabulary involves the 5Ms, Motivate,  Model, Master, Magnify, Maintain. The article addresses each of these in detail and shows how to display them in your class. The challenges that are often faced when teaching vocabulary is also addressed towards the end of this article. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:09:07 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802861445 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802865279 This resource gives information on Science education and how it helps satisfy students natural curiosity. It is our job as science teachers to make students interested in the natural world. This article also gives ways to help students understand science better such as making content explicit, helping them reflect, and giving it context for the students. This article also gives other resources teachers can use to help develop students knowledge in science. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802865279 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802867057 This article gives miscellaneous activities a teacher can use to further student learning. These activities include role plays that allow students to play a role in order to get a better understanding of the concept at hand. It also addresses fill-in-the-blank activity which challenges students to use key vocabulary. It lastly addresses flash cards which can be key to helping students learn important vocabulary words for your class.]]> 2020-10-05 13:10:33 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802867057 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802868781 This website is made for science teachers. This is the Daily Do which shows lesson plans science teachers have used in the past. This is a resource teachers in any grade level can access to get information they need on a science topic. It is also a great way to get ideas for future lessons for all teachers. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802868781 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802870375 This article talks about modeling first which is telling students exactly what they need to do and the expectation of the assignment. It addresses the importance of letting students know that mistakes are going to happen in learning. And it is important for students to know that even the teachers make mistakes. It is important that we have a student led classroom so the students can control what they are learning. The article addresses other points but these are most important. ]]> 2020-10-05 13:11:22 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802870375 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802872705 This article addresses the different style of a teacher one can be. The article gives 5 different styles of teaching. It is important for teachers to be aware of their style. It gives advice about being reflective of the teaching style you are and constantly monitoring. I will encourage my colleagues to read this article and reflect on their teaching style.  ]]> 2020-10-05 13:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/802872705 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803229883 This article shows all the rights that students are granted in school. These rights are protected under the Constitution and should be honored in schools. It addressed issues such as free speech, religion in school, and privacy policies. The article also gives a section of what questions are frequently asked and what students rights are in those. This article is important for both teachers and students to know to make sure they are aware of their constitutional rights in school. ]]> 2020-10-05 14:32:29 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803229883 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803262863 This article first talks about students data and what exactly student data is. The article addresses apps and tools that school districts have approved as well as what to do with apps that may not be approved by school district. The article addresses federal and state laws we must follow such as FERPA, COPPA, PPRA it is important for teachers to  always be aware of these laws. ]]> 2020-10-05 14:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803262863 s_burke1 https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803263728 This article is directed to both educators and parents. It talks about all teachers providing students with a quality education that challenges them. It also addresses students rights to privacy and respect to students boundaries which should always happen. The teacher must always maintain professionalism in every action in the classroom. ]]> 2020-10-05 14:39:38 UTC https://padlet.com/s_burke1/zxv2jy4zk7nflcgb/wish/803263728