This educational blog was designed as a record of and reflection on my professional growth and development in the teaching profession. Content will vary from featured projects and shared resources to critical self reflection conducted through a metacognitive lens. This blog is a safe space for all who venture into it, and as such no […]
Learning Portfolio: Reflecting on the Learning Process
When reflecting on my experiences throughout Special Education Part 1, my professional growth in this course can be seen in a number of ways. I have increased my level of comfort when analysing a student’s unique circumstances to determine where their needs lie. I feel more confident in my ability to generate effective learning […]
Learning Portfolio: Investigating the Role of Special Education in Medical-Based Absenteeism
“Chronically ill adolescents may have lower educational aspirations and expectations, which affect the educational career [18,35], Further, social exclusion, absences from school [12,31], emotional distress, and mental health problems related to chronic conditions [33,34] may be mediating factors. Chronic conditions are known to increase the risk of mental health problems [34].” (Koivusilta, Kaltiala, Myöhänen, Hotulainen, […]
Learning Portfolio: Supporting Students in Awkward Allyship
From the article: “What does it mean to act as an ally?”, featured on PillarNonprofit.ca I first heard the term awkward ally during my third placement in Teacher’s College. Essentially, it is meant to imply that a person is committed to doing their best to unlearn the oppressive ideologies they grew up – while knowing full […]
Journal 8, Module 8.2: Multiple Exceptionalities
DISCLAIMER: Due to the high occurrence of hyperlinked reference material, the reference section for this entry exclusively contains citations for in-print materials only. All other citations are currently embedded within the material, and will be cited at a later date to comply with APA standards. The Ontario Ministry of Education identifies someone as having a Behavioural […]
Journal 7, Module 7: Physical Disabilities
DISCLAIMER: Due to the high occurrence of hyperlinked reference material, the reference section for this entry exclusively contains citations for in-print materials only. All other citations are currently embedded within the material, and will be cited at a later date to comply with APA standards. Throughout my life, I have found Special Education to be a […]
Journal 6, Module 6.3: Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
DISCLAIMER: Due to the high occurrence of hyperlinked reference material, the reference section for this entry exclusively contains citations for in-print materials only. All other citations are currently embedded within the material, and will be cited at a later date to comply with APA standards. Topic 1: Equitable Representation in Giftedness Screening Although it is […]
Journal 5, Module 5.5: Learning Exceptionalities
When planning for a wide variety of learners in your classroom, it is incredibly important to prioritize the needs of your students with special education needs. Modern inclusivity principles emphasize the professional obligation of educators to understand and implement support for the students who have historically been regarded by society as an afterthought. Having one […]
Learning Portfolio: Exploring Gamified Assistive Technology for Neurodiverse Learners
DISCLAIMER: The following article makes reference to an application that the author was researching as a part of a professional development additional qualification course. The author is not reviewing the application as a part of a sponsorship of any kind, and has no professional or personal investment/affiliation with the app or its parent company. All […]
Journal 4, Module 4: Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
After reading Appendix E-4 of Special Education in Ontario: Kindergarten to Grade 12 (2017), comment on what your role would be in the development and implementation of an IEP based on your current position. For example, if you are teaching principal in a small private school, you may comment on your role as a principal […]
