Differentiating Instruction to Meet the Needs of Diverse Learners: PD Resources

Resources for Accommodating Reading Materials

Resources for Accommodating and Supporting Writing (& Math/STE references)

Resources for Executive Function Accommodations & Supports

Presentation Accommodations & Resources for Teachers and Students

Universal Design of Learning Resources

Choice Boards and Differentiated Project Templates

Websites and Tech to Check out!

Social Emotional Learning, Information, and Advocacy Resources

Resources for Early Childhood (PreK-1st) Teachers

Resources for Accommodating Reading Materials

www.prepostseo.com/readability-checker

Reading Level Conversion Chart

Read&Write For Education - Reading, Literacy & Assistive SoftwareDiscover the literacy support software that’s helping millions of students across the UK to read, write and express themselves independently.

ReadPleaseA Free Version Of A Speak-Your-Text Program

Google Tech Tools

Google provides AMAZING built in resources for accessibility that are GREAT for multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.

Note: Define is now called Dictionary in the tools tab.

MOTE Extension for Google SUITE allows you to add audio clips easily

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Google Dictionary

Simple resource but with GREAT potential for students with Chromebook access. Great tool for multilingual learners to get to know and use.

Google Translate

Read&Write for Google Chrome™Boost reading and writing confidence across all types of content and devices, in class, at work, and at home.

Resources for Accommodating and Supporting Writing (& Math/STE references)

"Brain Frames" developed by Architecht's for Learning (now called ViVido) are methods for planning not just writing but also organizing information and helping students process complex content.

DESE Approved MCAS Graphic Organizers & Reference Sheets

Math, ELA, STE References Grades 3-8 all in one easy to access Google Drive Folder

ste-acc-coversheet.pdf

Submitting a custom reference sheet for Grades 5& 8 Science Technology and Engineering MCAS - REQUEST letter

Resources for Executive Function Accommodations & Supports

Get_Ready_Do_Done_Blank_Chart-1.pdf

Get Ready- Do- Done Graphic Organizer Template

Super easy and adaptable way to preview tasks for students

effectiveeffortconsulting.com/breaking-projects-into-small-manageable-steps/

54 Educational Brain BreaksHelp kids unwind and refocus with these mental and physical options for brain breaks.

37 Quick & Easy Brain Breaks for KidsBrain breaks are essential for reducing stress and maintaining motivation. We picked our favorites and gave some insights into how they help alleviate educational burnout.

Building a Better Word WallTransferring ownership of the class word wall to the students can increase their engagement and learning.

TIME Robber Card

sarah-ward-executive-function-lecture-handout-December-6-2016-Glenbard-IL.pdf

Presentation Accommodations & Resources for Teachers and Students

www.oddcast.com

This site creates personal talking avatars that can speak in multiple languages. This site is not only fun but it can provide opportunities for students who are uncomfortable presenting in front of others present in lighter manner. This is also great for students with selective mutism since the student's personal voice is not used.

SlidesMania | Free Google Slides themes and PowerPoint templates.The best free Google Slides themes and pptx templates. Your PowerPoint or Google Slides will never be the same. Much more than presentations!

Supporting language learners with Book Creator - Book Creator appThe latest in our series of ebooks created by teachers. The focus of this book is how to teach English Language Learners (ELL students) and how Book Creator can enable this across the curriculum.

info.flipgrid.com/getting-started.html

Universal Design of Learning Resources

Equity vs. Equality: Eliminating Opportunity Gaps in EducationAs a career educator, the conversation about gaps in educational achievement, particularly the disparity between underserved populations—children of color, poverty and with disabilities as compared to counterparts who are white, Asian, and from better socio-economic

StepbystepplannerUDL_Understood.pdf

Getting_started_with_universal_design_for_learning__UDL__Understood__1_.pdf

Choice Boards and Differentiated Project Templates

Choice Boards for Elementary LearnersTake your elementary classroom to the next level with these choice board examples and templates. Your students will thank you!

Free Choice Boards for Early FinishersI found the answer to early finishers! Put an end to the early finisher challenge with fun and engaging Early Finisher Choice Boards. They are free, too!

How to Use Choice Boards to Differentiate Learning - The Art of Education University

Websites and Tech to Check out!

BADABOOM: Think Kahoot meets Desmos but SPACE THEMED.

NewsELA: News articles with the ability to differentiate reading levels!

Quizlet

Quizlet: SO MUCH MORE than just virtual notecards.

FreeRice: Academic Review with a FEEL GOOD mission. LOTS of different categories with the ability to switch between challenge levels. Highly recommend this resource.

Thing Link

Allows you to create clickable interactive materials = ENDLESS possibilities for use

Explain Everything | Web WhiteboardCollaborate in real-time from across the table and around the globe. Create whiteboard drawings, add images, documents, and connect with anyone on an infinite online canvas.

Explain Everything: Virtual Whiteboard + Recording capability for teachers/students.

AhaSlides - Live Polls, Quiz and Q&A with your audience for FREEAdd polls, live charts, fun quizzes, engaging Q&A sessions to your presentation. Now you can be the real star on stage.

#75. Breaking Down the Barriers: Using Talking Points to Communicate with Families - ELL Strategies | TanKHuynhPress past the language barriers by letting Talking Points help you use tech to communicate with families of ELs.

Social Emotional Learning, Information, and Advocacy Resources

Understood.org is a great resource with lots of information about different disability types, resources for parents, great blogs, etc. There are even portions of the site that allow you to "see" what it is like to have common disabilities through interesting video simulations.

Great visual video on "Flipping your Lid" and managing emotions.

IEP Meeting Parent Input Form English/Spanish

Resources for Early Childhood (PreK-1st) Teachers

Numberblocks | Learning is fun with Learning Blocks | CBeebies shows

Number Blocks

Great videos and freebie activities. Super engaging for littles.

Learning Areas

PRE-Kinders

This website is awesome and full of resources for teaching early Literacy and Math skills, as well as resources for science, art, music, and fine motor skills! - Lots of freebees and little to no prep resources and lesson printables! 🐛

Florida Center for Reading Research (Pre K)

Lots of downloadable resources for teaching PreK literacy skills
PreK Examples: Alphabet Knowledge ActivityPhonological Awareness Activity

Florida Center for Reading Research (Kindergarten- 1st grade)

Lots of downloadable resources for teaching Kindergarten and 1st grade literacy skills
K-1st Grade Examples:
Comprehension ActivityFluency ActivityPhonics ActivityPhonological Awareness Activity

Open Up Resources: Math

K-5 curriculum materials

5 Ways to Use Technology in a Preschool ClassroomHere are some effective and, most importantly, developmentally-appropriate ways to enhance any early childhood setting.

HiMama

HiMama is a great app for communication with parents for Young Kiddos but also has a GREAT blog with resources for PreK teachers

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