Whether it's a brand new class or a majority of the same students from last year, the first week of school is always stressful and seems impossible to plan. If you already work in SPED, you know that taking a week off (like for Spring Break) can throw your students' routines off and create ... READ the POST
Using Digital Activities In The Classroom.
You probably made or purchased some digital resources in order to meet the needs of your students during distance learning. Not only are digital activities going to make your life easier, but they are also going to help save trees. DIFFERENT TYPES OF DIGITAL ACTIVITIESINTERACTIVE ... READ the POST
Ideas for Practicing Job Skills Remotely or In The Classroom
Whether distance learning is continuing for you or you are returning to school soon, many of our students that have off-campus work experience are not going to be able to participate in that type of experience for a while. While there’s nothing quite like off-campus work experience, there are ... READ the POST
Remote Learning Ideas for Secondary Special Education
Remote learning poses an additional challenge for students that need additional supports. Fear not, there are engaging ways to help our students access the curriculum and maintain active participation. Here are some of the tried and true ways I've had success with a self-contained population over ... READ the POST
Lesson Planning for a Resilient Special Education Classroom
Lesson Planning for a Resilient Special Education Classroom (whether in person, online, or asynchronous ) Featured guest blogger: Lisa Lawler, a Special Education Teacher and BCBA. PLANNING AHEAD So I don’t know about you but, each summer I set a goal for myself usually related to lesson ... READ the POST
Student Involvement in IEP meetings: Virtual Edition
Alright, stop, collaborate, and listen! IEPs back with a brand new vision. Featured Guest Blogger: Maureen Howard, M.Ed. from Spoonful of Sped We should be thinking about the IEP process and transition planning with this spin on Vanilla Ice’s lyrics in mind. Too often, students with disabilities ... READ the POST