As students advance through the grades and encounter more complex texts, they may need additional supports to meet the high expectations set by the Common Core State Standards.
National Center for Technology Innovation, Center for Implementing Technology in Education (CITEd)
Teach science by having students think like scientists. Scientists ask themselves questions, develop hypotheses, and test until they learn some more. They collaborate with peers and use computer programs, diagrams, pictures, videos, and other multimedia resources. These hands-on activities help all students- and are especially helpful to students with learning disabilities.
Welcome to LD OnLine’s multimedia section! Here you will find videos about learning disabilities and related topics to share with parents.
These multimedia resources feature the country’s top experts and latest research findings. You’ll also find practical advice and the personal stories of children, families, and teachers.
Alise Brann, Tracy Gray, Ph.D., Kristin Ruedel, PowerUp WHAT WORKS
Learn ways to teach social skills so that your students can remember them when they need to use them — both in and out of your classroom. This article includes the latest multimedia resources.
You mentioned that your daughter retains information from TV shows and comic books, so you may want to consider using multimedia to help your daughter learn new material.
To be scientifically literate, students must be able to express themselves appropriately. Learn how to help struggling students master specific vocabulary and be able to use it in their science writing activities.