I am so interested in approaching unit and lesson planning using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. The idea that removing barriers to learning and giving students choices about how they access and interact with learning activities is really powerful, I think. As a new graduate, the thought of having to differentiate for each and every learner in a diverse classroom can be overwhelming. UDL provides an alternative, where students take responsibility for identifying and executing their learning strengths and needs, and teachers facilitate this by providing multiple means and varied materials.
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Suicide prevention – What teachers can do
I listened to a wonderful podcast recently that provoked quite a bit of thinking about my role as a trusted adult for struggling high school students. It is likely that I will have students in my class that are thinking about suicide at some stage, and it is important that I recognise the signs and know how to start the conversation. Well worth a listen.
