Providing Rich Educational Experiences for All Students
By: Nina Parrish Originally Published: Edutopia July 17, 2019 With proper scaffolds, students with learning differences benefit greatly from challenging opportunities like project-based learning. In the last 50 years, scientists have discovered that our brains are not fixed after early childhood but instead have potential for further change. The brain can adapt, reorganize, and reconstruct […]
7 steps to success in work and life for all students
As educators, we have a responsibility to all students to not only help them achieve academically, but to also prepare them for life as productive, contributing, global citizens. For our students with disabilities, this is a more involved and comprehensive process. These students require repetition and hands-on experiences to acquire the skills necessary for success […]
Self-Advocacy: IEP meetings for Students. Here’s How.
Self-Advocacy is an essential life skill for all students to learn – especially those with special needs. If students can be taught to be their own advocate, then they can be less reliant on others and can, instead, stand up for themselves and proactively articulate their needs. A recent article on edweek.com highlighted the importance […]
What We Insisted To Be Included in IEP Meetings for our Autistic Son
Focus on the positive not the negative or perceived shortcomings. According to this parent, “For every characteristic that can be classified as a “problem”, there’s a flip side – something that actually works as a benefit for my son. It’s part of his strengths.” Read more from the Mighty. “During an IEP, the child’s strengths […]
Be Inclusive. Be A Friend!
What does it mean to be a friend? It’s National Bullying Prevention Month! That’s why we wanted to take a moment to encourage you to make a difference with your students. As a teacher, it’s impossible to know each interaction that takes place inside and outside of the classroom. Bullying prevention is difficult when you […]
Back-to-School Strategies For Students with Disabilities
Going back to school is not easy for any student. The prospect of a new school environment and new routines can be especially daunting for students with disabilities. What will my classroom look like? Where will my locker be? Will my locker be too high? What will my teacher be like? What will my school […]
Beyond the Gym, Three Small Tips to Add Big Value in Your Class
May is National Physical Fitness Month. While this theme fits well within the purview of P.E. classes, reinforcing healthy habits can energize the classrooms too! Especially important during this time of finals and test taking. Check out the tips below for three easy ways to promote wellness for you and your students: 1. Deep Breaths […]
To Our Teachers: You Are Something Special
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and Project Discovery sends applause and our “Thank You” from the heart to the diverse community of educators we serve and are inspired by throughout the year. You are creative, innovative and have the most passionate hearts for your students. For all of us, the greatest reward is seeing those students succeed. […]
Hands-on learning to prepares students for the workplace
Teachers know that businesses need employees who can collaborate with others. In fact, interviews with hundreds of employers indicate that applied social skills like problem solving, collaboration, and oral communication are critical for career success. A hands-on job skills curriculum naturally incorporates opportunities for students to develop these high-value teamwork skills. When working together, students not […]
CASE for Hands-On Learning
CASE for Hands-On Learning Project Discovery career education transition curriculum has job tools, hands-on lessons, activities, academic and performance benchmark data. This flexible and adaptable curriculum will support your career education, workforce readiness, transition, dropout prevention, and special education programs and goals. Choose from 150 career kits to improve graduation rates and job skills for […]