Curated OER
Compliments can Change the World
Students explore the definition of philanthropy as it relates to bullying. In this moral values lesson plan, students listen to the book Thank you, Mr. Falker and identify how the main character was bullied. Students define philanthropy,...
Curated OER
Buildings of America
Students study buildings and their function in society. They develop awareness of their environment and its natural resources. They promote an understanding of how the environment, culture, and natural resources affect the design and...
Curated OER
Lesson Plan on Korea
Students participate in a lesson about ancient pottery making in Korea. The time of the research goes back to the 12th century. They read a story and study the attributes of characterization that the author uses.
Curated OER
Predators and Prey
Students explain how the food chain works. They contrast predators with prey and describe their function in nature. Students discuss how the food chain aids in keeping nature balanced. In small groups, they play a game that simulates the...
Curated OER
Myths and Misconceptions
Pupils examine and discuss common myths and misconceptions about persons with disabilities and with a partner plan an outing for a community activity. They read and complete the handout "Developmental Disabilities: Truth or Myth?" and...
Curated OER
Creating Local Users and Groups
For this technology worksheet, students practice creating new users and groups. They also apply the skills to update older users.
Curated OER
Dorothea Dix: Reform in Massachusetts
Students examine the life and reform efforts of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They discover how her efforts resulted in the passage of legislation. They also examine the care people with disabilities receive.
American Institutes for Research
Center on Response to Intervention: Colorado Learning Disability Criteria Part 2
This webinar highlights recent changes to the eligibility criteria and identification process for identifying Colorado students as having specific learning disabilities (SLD). Candy Myers of the Colorado Department of Education gives an...
American Institutes for Research
Center on Response to Intervention: Sld Eligibility: New Regulations
This 2006 PDF brief describes the 2004 amendments to the IDEA, which provide significant changes in the determination of specific learning disability (SLD) eligibility. It was written by Perry A. Zirkel and released by the National...
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Mental Health America
Mental Health America: Mental Health Info: Learning Disabilities
Complete health information on a variety of topics dealing with learning disabilities.
LD Online
Ld Online: Learning Disabilities Online: Reading Resources
LD Online is an excellent resource for a variety of needs. The site has information on teaching reading skills and using technology as a resource. Many links are to specific products that you must buy however, there are other resources...
CommonLit
Common Lit: On Disability Rights: Highlights From Speeches by Ed Roberts
A learning module that begins with "On Disability Rights: Highlights from Speeches By Ed Roberts," accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned...
University of Washington
University of Wash: Disabilities and Computer Technology
A brochure from the University of Washington on adaptive technology tools for people with disabilites. Includes tools for mobility impairments, blindness, low vision, hearing and/or speech impairments, and Specific Learning Disabilities.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Cell Celebration!
Students look at the components of cells and their functions. The lesson focuses on the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Each part of the cell performs a specific function that is vital for the cell's survival....
Other
The Ws Cognitive Profile and Educational Strategies
Beginning with references to several articles written on Williams Syndrome (WS), this site provides an outline efficient for educators to follow when teaching children with WS and writing IEP's. Williams Syndrome is compared to a...