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Emotion Recognition and Emotional Self-Regulation in Students with LDs

Emotion recognition and regulation can improve social, emotional, and academic outcomes for students with learning disabilities.

By |April 14th, 2023|Categories: Behaviour, Mental Health & Well-Being|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Emotion Recognition and Emotional Self-Regulation in Students with LDs
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How to Make Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) A Priority in Your Math Classes

Committing to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) can be done through small, simple actions that can make your math classroom a safe space for your students, including those who have learning disabilities (LDs)

By |February 3rd, 2023|Categories: Math, Mental Health & Well-Being|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on How to Make Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) A Priority in Your Math Classes
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How can we promote school-family communication to support LD students?

How can teachers communicate effectively with the parents of students with learning disabilities (LDs) or special needs in order to improve the quality of school-family interventions? Here are two strategies for developing effective communication.

By |July 25th, 2022|Categories: Mental Health & Well-Being|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on How can we promote school-family communication to support LD students?
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An Administrator Reflects on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report

Our programming of years past was not enough to reach the unique learning needs of all students, which had a lasting impact on their learning throughout their educational journey.  

By |June 23rd, 2022|Categories: Literacy, Uncategorized|Tags: , , |Comments Off on An Administrator Reflects on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report
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A New Teacher Reflects on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report

All teachers, no matter what stage of their career they are at, should feel confident teaching students through research and evidence-based practices.  

By |June 3rd, 2022|Categories: Literacy|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on A New Teacher Reflects on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report
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Primary Teachers Reflect on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report

The progress of students was slow at first, but now we see that our students have developed the tools they need to become independent decoders and readers.

By |June 3rd, 2022|Categories: Literacy|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Primary Teachers Reflect on The Science of Reading and the Right to Read Inquiry Report
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How can educators support students with LDs while hybrid learning?

Although the hybrid model can make aspects of learning difficult for students with LDs there are ways to ensure students are consistently supported and accommodated during online and in-person learning. 

By |February 4th, 2022|Categories: Educator Supports, Technology|Tags: , , |Comments Off on How can educators support students with LDs while hybrid learning?
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What are the first steps a teacher should take when they notice a student is having behavioural problems?

Mariem Farag, Special Education Specialist, provides some questions to ask yourself early on when interacting with students who are being labelled as having behavioural problems, to guide your interventions.

By |September 24th, 2021|Categories: Behaviour|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on What are the first steps a teacher should take when they notice a student is having behavioural problems?
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Should educators prioritize student learning loss or mental health in September?

As we approach a third school year affected by this pandemic, the challenges for those working in schools are very different. And in many ways, the goals won’t be clear until after school begins in September.

By |August 23rd, 2021|Categories: Mental Health & Well-Being|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Should educators prioritize student learning loss or mental health in September?
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What influences the effectiveness of Assistive Technology for students with LDs?

Research indicates that a number of conditions must be met in order to maximize the effectiveness of assistive technology, three of which are in this article.

By |August 18th, 2021|Categories: Technology|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on What influences the effectiveness of Assistive Technology for students with LDs?
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