Universal Design for Learning may seem complicated and intimidating to educators unfamiliar with the framework. In this section, Loui Lord Nelson clearly defines and describes the key terms associated with UDL and provides some examples as well. Read More
Read the excerpt to see a sample reflective exercise from The Making Friends Program. In this exercise, Anshula reflects on her early perceptions of language differences. Read More
View this sample completed form from The Making Friends Program to help understand personal perceptions about people with disabilities. The field-tested, research-based Making Friends program is a toolbox of adaptable, practical strategies for encouraging acceptance of differences. Read More
Read the excerpt to see a sample reflective exercise from The Making Friends Program. In this exercise, Sandra reflects on her early perceptions of racial differences. Read More
Read the excerpt and discover the importance of positive home–school relations. This excerpt also depicts strategies for administrators, principals, and teachers on creating effect home–school relations. Read More
This chapter outlines the definition and prevalence of bullying and describes the increased likelihood of bullying for students with disabilities. Disability-based harassment is also discussed. Read More
Get a taste of key strategies for Engagement, Input, and Output in this UDL in Action sample pack Read More
Teachers can make a meaningful difference in times of grief by establishing a supportive connection with students. Learn several steps that teachers can take when a school is reacting to a death in the community. Read More
This chapter describes a seven-step process for providing inclusive services to meet the needs of students with disabilities and eliminating pull-out services. The authors recommend that a leadership team of general educators, special educators, school administrators, and other staff implement the steps. Read More
Read the excerpt and discover steps teachers can take to start and sustain communication with grieving students. This excerpt also addresses why children who are grieving may not readily approach teachers about their loss. Read More
