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).
Note: The content, data, and research findings for this module are currently being updated. Although the intent of the Assessment questions will remain the same, minor rephrasing might occur and answers could reflect broader content. We greatly apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We hope this updated content will provide more relevant information to improve learner outcomes.
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