Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Patrick Henry Hughes-Inspiring Young Musician
www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=9xwCG0Ey2Mg
This is a truly inspiring video showcasing a talented young musician who has not let his physical disabilities come between him and his dreams. Patrick Henry Hughes was born with a rare genetic disease that left him with arms that cannot straighten, legs that cannot walk and eyes that cannot see. Watch this video clip to see how he was blessed with the gift of music ad the support of is family.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Accommodations vs. Modifications
There is always a lot of confusion around the difference between accommodations and modifications. These are 2 pages right out of Education for All that should help clear this up.
PISA-Programme for International Student Assessment
http://www.pisa.oecd.org/pages/0,2987,en_32252351_32235731_1_1_1_1_1,00.html
PISA is an international standardized test given to 15 year olds with assessments given in 2000, 2003, 2006 and 2009. Knowledge of math, reading, and science are assessed. Several variables are looked at including learning climate, gender, resources. Data from the various test countries are presented. There is a tool to compare various countries and subjects within those countries.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Online Phonics Games
This website is great for beginning readers. It reviews letter/sound relationship as well as reinforces early phonics concepts.
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