It can be tricky and time consuming to find appropriate and challenging math work for diverse learners both in the classroom and in the Learning Centre. It's a balancing act to ensure that each individual is getting the right level of work on a consistent basis. During my first couple years in the LC I spend HOURS each week trying to find good resources and activities for my wide variety of students. Though it still can take time out of an already busy week, I have found a a few solid resources that I know, have become familiar with using, and that provide more than a days worth of work. This year some of my personal work goals are to set up good systems that will help the year flow better, especially during this extra busy times. There are a lot of different set ups and ways that classrooms and Learning Centres run. I have some students working full time out of the LC, some students that work part time in the LC and in class. My regular students each have an individualized schedul...
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BookWriter and BookCreator are similar apps and both favorites of mine that I have used for at least four or five years in the LC as well as in my English classes. BookWriter is on all of the iPads for my individual students. Most of my students can use it independently and it is a great way for them to show what they know. You can easily include text, audio clips, videos, and pictures from the camera roll (or you can use the camera right in the all). Students can create books for assignments or projects, or use them as visual prompts for routines. As a teacher, I can create books for and with my students that are individualized to them and their plan. We have made many social stories, functional routines, and creative pieces using BookWriter. As for which one to use, I use BookWriter most often because that is the one that is installed on all of our student iPads. However, BookCreator is comparable and both have the ability to produce a great quality final produc...
Apps to Support Anxiety Anxiety is prevalent among teens and adults. School can be stressful and full of triggers for students. The following apps were created to promote awareness while supporting individuals with managing their anxiety. (Anxiety Canada) SAM SAM is an app that helps individuals observe and track how anxiety affects them over time. It supports you in identifying situations that trigger anxiety as well teaches and supports practice of self help options for managing anxiety. In addition, it provide basic information about what anxiety. MindShift Mindshift is another app that aims to support individuals in coping with their anxiety. It offers information about anxiety, guided meditations, inspiration, and tools to check and support your anxiety level. * Click on the icons for links to view app in the AppStore. Evaluations of Apps: MindShift: E NGAGEMENT X The app gives a go...