District Leaders

The Science of Safe, Supportive Learning at Home

A safe, supportive learning environment at home always is important to students’ academic success and well-being. This podcast explains the science behind learning and development, as well as how parents can create this environment at home while their children are away from school. 

Opportunities for Learning and Development in Out-of-School Time

This podcast shares what parents should know about out-of-school time programs and resources to support students while they are not in schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

FAQ on Meeting the Needs of English Learners in an Online Environment

This FAQ addresses how educators can provide high-quality instruction to English learners in an online environment and includes links to resources.

Teaching Multilingual Learners Online

This list of examples and resources offers suggestions for educators supporting multilingual learners in an online environment. The list is based on their guiding principles for English Learners. 

Supporting multilingual learners/English language learners during the COVID-19 Shutdown

This guide offers suggestions and resources for serving English learners through distance learning and includes a table outlining the use of various tech tools and language considerations. 

Supporting English Learners through Technology: What Districts and Teachers Say about Digital Learning Resources

This study examined how districts and teachers identify and use digital learning resources, as well as supports for and barriers to using digital learning resources. It also includes suggestions for improving the usefulness of digital learning resources instruction for EL students.

Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis: Considerations for Special Education

In this webinar, leaders in special education present current information on COVID-19, how special education administrators are navigating these challenges, and options for meeting the needs of families and students. 

What are some methods of providing online instructional support for students with disabilities?

This FAQ provides links to resources and examples from Washington, New York, Colorado, Illinois, and Michigan on methods to provide online instructional support to students with disabilities. 

Distance Learning Innovations for Special Education

This webinar available via Facebook highlights communication, collaboration and regular routines as among the keys to successful online education for students with disabilities.

How can districts support families’ access to technology during school closures?

This FAQ offers links to examples and resources focused on how schools and districts can find creative ways to support students and families with limited access to technology.

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