Is the absence of voluntary muscle control. Regardless of how healthy the muscles may appear, the user has no control over them. The inability to intentionally move normally developed muscles has a substantial impact on academic success because students learn by doing and communicating. Learners with apraxia may benefit from

Are two key terms referring to characteristics of a culturally responsive curriculum that ensures all students are welcomed and included in all aspects of the school while acknowledging their unique differences with respect and acceptance.

The participation of students with disabilities in regular education classrooms, usually with support services.

Is an education plan developed specifically for each student with a disability. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan. A well thought out Individualized Education Plan (IEP) represents some of the best personalized planning in education. The IEP lays out a year’s

Is a federal law specifically mandating that schools provide equitable education for the mentally and physically disabled.

Defined variously as an IQ test score over 130, and/or a high level of natural ability, motivation, and creativity in a given field or area of study. It can refer to a combination of these elements.

A method of language acquisition where students are placed in regular English-speaking classes for part of the school day, and pulled out for intensive small group language focus during other classes. A modified form of immersion.

Is an edtech strategy used by educators, where students bring their own computer devices (smart phones, tablets, laptops, etc.) into the classroom, which will be used by them to participate in various learning experiences. As a kind of movement within education, BYOD has already gained momentum in many districts across

Simply the act of watching tv, viewing a video on your iPad, playing a game on your phone, participating in social media, etc.

Are classes where a percentage of the traditional face to face instruction is replaced with online learning.