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Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re delving into a topic that is close to the heart of many educators and parents: Special Education Best Practices. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in an environment that understands and nurtures their unique abilities.
As teachers, it's our job to make sure that every student, regardless of their challenges, receives the support they need to succeed.
Today, we'll explore the most effective strategies for supporting students with special needs at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. We'll discuss how to create an inclusive classroom environment, implement individualized instruction, and use a variety of tools and techniques to reach every learner.
And for our parent listeners, we’ll wrap up with a special bonus segment addressing a common question about how to best support their child's learning journey at home.
So, whether you're a seasoned special education teacher, a general education teacher with students who have special needs, or a parent looking for ways to advocate for your child, this episode is for you. Let's dive right in.
Show Notes
For more information on this topic check out the following resources below:

• Tomlinson, Carol Ann – "The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners": A guide to differentiated instruction.
• Edutopia – Special Education Resources: www.edutopia.org - Articles, videos, and resources on special education best practices.
• The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) – Professional Standards and Resources: www.cec.sped.org - Resources for educators working with students with disabilities.
• Understood – Resources for Special Education: www.understood.org - A resource for parents and educators to support students with learning and attention issues.
• Teaching Channel – Special Education Strategies: www.teachingchannel.org - Tools and strategies for inclusive education.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!