Inclusion

Significant Cognitive Disabilities, Inclusion, Instruction

Guide to Implementation of Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)

This guide lists specific steps you can take to provide AIM to students with complex access needs.

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Significant Cognitive Disabilities, Inclusion

Inclusionary Practices for Students with Complex Access Needs

This video defines inclusion, reviews research, and provides resources for the inclusive education of students with significant cognitive disabilities.

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ARD/IEP Supports, Autism, Behavior, Inclusion, Instruction, MTSS

TEKS Behavior Alignment- ARD Committee Guide

Companion guide for Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees to support implementation and decision-making alongside the TEKS Behavior Alignment Tool.

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Significant Cognitive Disabilities, Inclusion

Assumptions that Hinder Inclusive Education for Students with Complex Access Needs

In this video, Cheryl Jorgensen, an expert on inclusion for students with the most complex access needs, discusses some assumptions that hinder inclusive education.

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Inclusion, Instruction, ARD/IEP Supports

Specially Designed Instruction Guide

This guide provides school systems with a foundation for building a shared understanding of SDI with practical examples and how SDI applies to IEPs.

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Significant Cognitive Disabilities, Inclusion

Educators of Students with Complex Access Needs: Reengage a Team After Summer Break

In this video, Cheryl Jorgensen offers ways to reengage a team after summer break.

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Inclusion

Multiple Means of Action and Expression - Universal Design for Learning

Deep dive into the UDL principle of Multiple Means of Action and Expression and the associated checkpoints. Through scenarios, examples, and activities, you will explore sample lesson plans and apply your understanding of how and when to utilize the UDL strategies associated with this principle.

Inclusion, ARD/IEP Supports, Instruction

Working With Paraprofessionals

This guide helps educators and administrators collaborate effectively with paraprofessionals in instructional settings, offering practical strategies and legal context for inclusive support.

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