The National Charter School Resource Center provides a variety of tools and resources to support charter schools. Most recently, the center has developed a two-part learning experience consisting of a series of modules and podcasts designed to help charter schools provide English learners with high-quality instruction and assessment practices.
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Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies for Elementary English Learner Students
This Regional Education Laboratory Southeast Infographic provides a snapshot of five key evidence-based practices for all teachers to use in the elementary classroom for English learner students. Links to primary research sources supporting this infographic are available at the end of the document for quick and easy access.
Resources for Determining Special Education Eligibility of English Learners
The REL Northeast and Islands worked with multiple states in the region to learn about the policies and practices they use to identify disabilities among English learners and provide resources to implement key policies and practices at the district, school, and classroom levels. Teachers and administrators working with English learners can use these resources to provide high-quality instruction and build […]
Five Questions Parents and Educators Can Ask to Start Conversations About Using Terms Like Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
Parents and educators may have different opinions about specific terms like dyslexia or more general terms like learning disabilities. Understanding these terms and agreeing on which to use can help prevent confusion and conflict. It can also lead to a shared understanding of a child’s needs. Eleven diverse national organizations joined together to develop ideas for having this conversation. This […]
Practice Guide: Teaching Strategies for Improving Algebra Knowledge in Middle and High School Students
This practice guide provides three recommendations for teaching algebra to students in middle school and high school. Each recommendation includes implementation steps and solutions for common roadblocks. The recommendations also summarize and rate supporting evidence. This guide is geared toward teachers, administrators, and other educators who want to improve their students’ algebra knowledge.