Understanding Special Student Populations: Educational Impact and Strategies for Success

This module offers a broad overview of how different student characteristics (i.e., culture, language, exceptionality, and socioeconomic status) affect learning and how teachers can better meet the needs of all students in their classes (est. completion time: 1 hour).

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Challenge

Initial Thoughts

Perspectives & Resources

Is it important to acknowledge students’ differences in classroom settings? Why or why not?

What should teachers understand in order to address student differences in their classrooms?

Resources

Wrap Up

Assessment

Understanding Special Student Populations: Educational Impact and Strategies for Success

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