by Oran Tkatchov | Jul 2, 2021 | Blind, computers, distance learning, Low Vision, Strategies, technology
An educational series for children ages 3 to 8 includes lessons on literacy, math, science, social studies, and the arts. Each episode features instruction by educators and virtual field trips. Click here to visit the resource page.
by Oran Tkatchov | May 13, 2021 | instruction, learning, Math
This practice guide provides three recommendations for teaching algebra to students in middle school and high school. Each recommendation includes implementation steps and solutions for common roadblocks. The recommendations also summarize and rate supporting...
by Oran Tkatchov | May 7, 2021 | instruction, learning, Reading, teaching, Writing
Using sentence starters and sentence frames are one strategy to support students in speaking, reading, and writing. A sentence starter is when you give students the beginning part of a sentence and they fill in the rest. A sentence frame is when there are blanks...
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 28, 2021 | instruction, learning, Strategies, teaching
Many learners struggle with organization, attention, and memory. Here are a few tips to incorporate into your classroom routines. Links to instructional strategies, particularly HLP #16 Use explicit instruction, are included at the end of the page. To focus attention:...
by Oran Tkatchov | Apr 21, 2021 | assessment, learning, teaching
Formative assessment is a set of practices that enable students and teachers to track progress and adjust learning and teaching during lessons as needed. This ideally leads to more dynamic learning and student attention in classrooms which, in turn, is associated with...