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Monday Morning Mentor: How Can I Teach Courses That Are Inclusively Accessible to All Learners?

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Available September 16 – September 23, 2024
Password: accessible579
Link to presentation: https://mondaymorningmentors.com
This 20-Minute Mentor, presented by Kathryn Welby, EdD, illuminates the path to inclusivity by offering six practical and time-efficient strategies which not only bridge the gap for students with disabilities but also foster an environment where every learner, regardless of their individual abilities, can thrive. By emphasizing the importance of a one-page supplemental guide, daily agendas, explicit goal setting, diverse assessments, and universal accessibility, educators will gain invaluable insights into creating learning environments that are not only accommodating but empowering for all students.
Join us in improving student success by embracing inclusivity as a fundamental aspect of effective teaching and learning. Together, let’s pave the way for a future where every student can reach their full potential, while feeling supported, valued, and empowered to succeed!
 
Learning Goals
After viewing this Magna 20-Minute Mentor, participants will be able to:
  • Recognize the importance of creating an inclusive learning environment
  • Develop accommodations and teaching strategies to foster inclusivity in the classroom
  • Assess the effectiveness of accommodation practices on student engagement and success
  • Understand the significance of key aspects of inclusive course design including: one-page supplemental guides, posting agendas, setting explicit goals, and employing various assessments
  • Create a learning environment where all learners can thrive
Topics Covered
  • Creating an inclusive and accessible course for all learners
  • Improve student support by implementing universally accessible accommodations
  • Accommodations and teaching strategies, including:
  • One-Page Supplement Guides
  • Daily Agendas
  • Learning Objectives
  • Formative Reflections
  • Graphic Organizers
  • Assessment Variations