Season 2 Episode 1: Rachelle Ashford M.ED, Ed.S On Co-Teaching Models in Special Education, Tech Tools that Boost Student Confidence
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In this episode, Rachelle Ashford M.ED, Ed.S shares her extensive experience in special and general education, emphasizing the importance of personalized IEPs, collaboration among educators, and fostering student independence. Her insights highlight how to create effective, equitable learning environments for diverse learners.
Rachelle's journey through early childhood, special education, and leadership roles
The co-teaching model: benefits, challenges, and best practices
How technology supports diverse learners in the classroom
Strategies for developing meaningful IEPs and avoiding generic goals
The role of collaboration among teachers, specialists, and families
Transition planning from middle to high school: how to prepare students effectively
The impact of school choice, including selective enrollment and neighborhood schools
How principals and administrators can impact IEP effectiveness and school culture
Red flags in IEP documents: recognizing and correcting non-individualized goals
Building student self-advocacy and confidence through formative feedback
Collaboration beyond the classroom: engaging specialists and families
The book Rachelle referred to about Co-Teaching:
https://www.amazon.com/Co-Teaching-Dos-Donts-Do-Betters/dp/1416629181
