This article explores the concept of “wokeness” in K12 education, highlighting its influence on students and the broader educational environment.
Inclusive Learning
Inclusive Activities for Kindergarten and Fourth-Grade Buddy Programs
Discover creative and inclusive activity ideas for pairing kindergarteners with fourth-grade students. Foster emotional connections and mutual learning in a balanced educational environment.
Overlooked Geniuses: When Gifted Student Systems Fail ADHD Learners
Current gifted student programs rely heavily on standardized testing, inadvertently excluding many ADHD learners with strong potential. This article explores the flaws in these systems and the need for more inclusive education.
Crossing Language Barriers: Effective Strategies for Supporting English Learners in High School Science Classes
This article explores effective strategies to support English learners in high school science classes, focusing on differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching environments to ensure success for all students.
Gifted Education Screening: Are ADHD Students Being Overlooked?
Current gifted education screening systems may overlook high-potential students with ADHD, impacting their academic growth. This article explores the issue and offers solutions.
Special Education and Autism Spectrum: Building Meaningful Connections
Learn how special education professionals and teacher assistants can effectively connect with autism spectrum children, using practical preparation strategies and interaction techniques.
Crossing Language Barriers: Practical Strategies for Inclusive High School Science Teaching
Teaching high school science to English learners requires effective strategies. Learn how to use language support, differentiated instruction, and collaborative learning to create an inclusive classroom that fosters both scientific understanding and language development.
Gifted Education and ADHD: The Overlooked Potential in Standardized Testing
This article discusses the flaws in gifted education screening processes, especially for students with ADHD and high intelligence, highlighting how standardized tests fail to capture their true potential. It calls for a more inclusive and diverse evaluation system.
Forgotten Rights: The Struggles of Finding the Right School for Special Needs Teens
In the UK, school application delays and systemic barriers leave teens with special education needs struggling to access their educational rights, often leading to academic disruptions.
Special Education, Autism Spectrum, Teacher Assistant: A Guide to Making a Difference
Working in special education, especially with autism spectrum children, is both challenging and rewarding. This guide explores core aspects of special education and offers practical tips for preparing for school meetings as a teacher assistant.