Professional Development for Inclusive Teachers of At Risk Students

Middle School Classes

http://depts.washington.edu/cidrweb/inclusive/

Interact with Students Use hypothesis and frequent reflection strategy when working with

students who have special needs. Use creativity to design ways to academically support and challenge

students Practice viewing learning through the cultural/ethnic eyes.

Organizing Lesson Plans for an Effective Learning Environment Remember less = more Stimulate student interest

by using classroom strategies

Be aware of common problems

Use Formal ,Informal, and Alternative Student Assessment

Consider what the student can do before reviewing for improvement

Don’t wait for formal testing before beginning interventions

Use alternative methods of feedback

Classroom Management and Discipline Actively address negative behaviors Use reflections narrative model Use ongoing evaluation techniques to enhance student

learning

Integrating Assistive Technology Spend time to train

students with special impairments

Consider all aspects of technology

Collaborate with Colleagues and Parents Set a positive tone Take the time to discuss

everyday examples Take time to meet

parents where they “are” to form meaningful parent-school partnership

Staff Discussion and Interaction Session