article thumbnail

Universal Design for Learning and Blended Learning: Action and Expression

Catlin Tucker

Within the principle of action and expression, there are three guidelines: 1) physical action, 2) expression and communication, and 3) executive functions. As schools think about making learning accessible for all students, it is important to consider how instructional materials allow students to interact with information.

article thumbnail

Beyond translations: Effective scaffolds to support ELLs

eSchool News

While it may seem convenient to provide instructional materials in students’ native languages, relying too heavily on translations can hinder ELLs’ progress in developing language proficiency and content mastery. For Tier 2, targeted small-group instruction can focus on building vocabulary and reinforcing key concepts.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How to Bring to Life the Science of Reading

Edsurge

Imagine Learning EL Education aligns with the concept of high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs). It offers a content-based approach that combines structured phonics instruction with the use of compelling, real-world texts to engage and excite K-8 learners. It has] really helped us in closing that achievement gap.”

How To 171
article thumbnail

Should Educators Put Disclosures on Teaching Materials When They Use AI?

Edsurge

While it may seem logical for teachers and professors to clearly disclose when they use AI to develop instructional materials, just as they are asking students to do in assignments, Watkins points out that it’s not as simple as it might seem.

Education 217
article thumbnail

What Will Schools Do in the Fall? Here Are 4 Possible Scenarios

Edsurge

For example, if the number of cases jumps quickly mid-week, the district would send home instructional materials within 48 hours and then continue learning online the following week,” the report describes. Any potential reopening will prioritize not instruction but advising and relationship building.

article thumbnail

Teachers say AI usage has surged since the school year started

eSchool News

Despite these advancements, 33 percent of educators remain dissatisfied with the current level of AI implementation, citing insufficient training, exposure, and lack of clear policies or guidelines. Schools should continue to prioritize effective AI implementation to fully realize its potential to enhance educational outcomes.

article thumbnail

3 steps to implementing an ecosystem of phonics-based learning

eSchool News

Unless they develop foundational reading skills early, students will experience literacy deficits across all subjects, and phonics instruction embedded in comprehensive reading instruction is the most effective way to teach them how to read. We considered every perspective to get everyone behind our final decision. No worksheets!