Disability: Traumatic Brain Injury
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The Power of Examples in Action: Catalyzing Change for All Learners
The EALA School Study Tours Learning Agenda Research Brief showcases how guided school visits, reflection protocols, and collaborative planning help educators adopt inclusive practices that benefit all learners. Featuring 12 Promising Practices—from leader commitment to community engagement—the brief offers evidence-based strategies and real-world examples for improving outcomes for students with disabilities and learning differences.
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A Resource Guide for Inclusive Postsecondary Education for Students with Intellectual Disability
The Transforming College Campaign Resource Booklet offers strategies and resources to promote inclusive and equitable higher education. It provides practical advice for improving campus environments and support services, helping institutions create spaces where all students, particularly those from underserved communities, can thrive.
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Enhancing home-based physical activity for neurodivergent children, update source to: Frontiers in Physiology
This research article explores how heart health and brain function are connected, especially in areas like attention, memory, and problem-solving. It sheds light on how students with conditions like ADHD or brain injuries might experience learning challenges due to these body-brain interactions. While it’s a scientific piece, the findings can help educators and service providers…
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K-12 Digital Infrastructure: Accessibility
The Digital Infrastructure and Accessibility Toolkit from the U.S. Department of Education provides guidance for schools and districts on ensuring digital learning environments are accessible and inclusive. The toolkit outlines key strategies for developing accessible technology infrastructure, selecting inclusive digital tools, and complying with legal accessibility standards. It also highlights best practices for integrating accessibility…
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Contemporary Perspectives on Career and Technical Education (CTE) Quality
This report explores contemporary perspectives on CTE quality, providing a framework to evaluate and enhance programs. With a focus on career readiness, equity, and alignment with workforce needs, the resource offers practical recommendations for educators, administrators, and policymakers. It serves as a valuable guide for building effective and inclusive CTE pathways that prepare students for…
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Learner-Centered Ecosystem Lexicon
The Learner-Centered Ecosystem Lexicon is a comprehensive glossary designed to standardize language and concepts within learner-centered education. This resource helps educators, policymakers, and advocates navigate and contribute to the growing ecosystem of personalized, competency-based learning. It provides clarity and alignment for advancing learner-centered practices.
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Nashville School Study Tours Resources
In April 2024, EALA brought together a group of dedicated educators in Nashville for an immersive School Study Tour focused on advancing inclusive education for students with disabilities and learning differences. Over the course of several days, participants visited four schools and engaged with educators, families, and community partners to explore effective, real-world practices. The…
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The 10 Indicators of Authentic MTSS Implementation
This resource outlines the 10 Indicators of Authentic Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Implementation, offering a framework for schools and districts to effectively implement MTSS. It covers key actions such as establishing an MTSS team, setting SMART goals for academics and social-emotional needs, auditing current practices, and setting up progress monitoring and communication systems. The…
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UDL Observation Checklist
The UDL (Universal Design for Learning) Observation Checklist by SELF is a practical tool for evaluating classroom implementation of UDL principles. It helps educators assess whether learning goals, assessments, materials, and teaching methods are inclusive and provide multiple means of engagement, representation, and expression. The checklist ensures that students have diverse options to demonstrate mastery,…
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Shifting The Tide: Exploring Centralization of Services for Students with Disabilities in New Orleans
This resource delves into the centralization of special education services in New Orleans, examining how this model has reshaped support for students with disabilities. It explores the benefits and challenges of centralizing resources and services, and its potential to improve equity, access, and outcomes for students across the city. A valuable read for educators, policymakers,…