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Brain First Learning in an AI World TIER 3 INTERVENTIONS RTI/MTSS Tier 3: Take a Step Back Before Going Forward More intensity isn’t the answer when the wrong gap is being targeted. Tier 3 is where we stop escalating and start digging deeper — finding the exact place the learning circuit breaks down. She averaged…
Brain First Learning in an AI World TIER 2 INTERVENTIONS RTI/MTSS: Elements of Effective Intervention Lessons When Tier 1 builds the foundation, Tier 2 builds the bridge. You’ve tried slowing things down. You’ve tried different programs. You’ve tried more repetition, different modalities, fresh starts. Some of it worked. Some of it didn’t. And the pattern…
Brain First Learning in an AI World TIER 1 INTERVENTIONS RTI/MTSS Tier 1: Avoid Differentiation at the Wrong Layer Teach What’s Universal, Honor What’s Individual “Executive function is EVERYTHING. It’s the key to everything. And it’s our single, greatest challenge!” — Elizabeth H., Administrator, Jacksonville, FL At the neurological layer, all brains learn the same…
I was recently asked by a tutor using SOAR, how to help a student who has dysgraphia use a planner. (Dysgraphia is an extreme difficulty with writing.) It’s such an important question, I wanted to share my response with you. Q: Do you have any suggestions for my student who has dysgraphia and has difficulty writing in…
“My students think they are ‘broken,’” lamented one special education teacher. “They don’t have dreams because they don’t think their dreams matter.” The truth is, our education system is not equipped to help any student explore their dreams and options beyond high school. But special education students have an even greater disadvantage; they don’t think…
It’s second hour in Mr. K’s class. The bell has just rung. Mr. K is ready to get started with his lesson. But, here’s what Mr. K doesn’t know is lurking under the surface: Susie was just dumped by her boyfriend because of an untrue rumor posted on social media last night. Jimmy’s coach stopped him…
The Learning Disability Circuit Video Transcription “Learning disability” is the term we use to describe a low power supply of brain chemicals in sections of the brain that process language or math. Common learning disabilities include: dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, language processing disorders, and more. For example, imagine this string of lights represents the neuron wires…
Teaching Students with Autism There’s a very good chance you could teach me a lot about teaching students with autism. You’re in the trenches, working with students every day, So, I’m NOT here to tell you what you “should be doing differently.” Nor am I here to point out “where you’re dropping the ball.” I…
The Motivation Circuit Video Transcription “Motivation” is the term we use to describe a power surge from the emotional region of the brain. When the emotional region of your brain is happy, comfortable, and engaged, it makes a lot of brain chemicals. This provides a hefty power boost the rest of the brain, making learning…
Previously, I wrote about How to Help Your Students Manage Anxiety. If you haven’t read that article yet, I suggest you start with it, here. It explains what causes anxiety, which is key to understanding how to manage it. Today, I want to share some strategies for building an “anxiety-free” environment in your classroom. Obviously,…
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