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Language: The Biggest Communication Barrier for Foreign Students?

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Communication as a student in a foreign land depends heavily on knowledge of the language. The Ask a Tech Teacher international team has a few broader issues to think about when considering what barriers face students in foreign lands: Language: The Biggest Communication Barrier for Foreign Students?

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Why Don’t Early Childhood Programs Have Access to Substitute Teachers?

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Most professionals have access to sick leave and other paid time off; they are also, importantly, empowered to take that leave when they need it. Nicole Lazarte, now the policy and advocacy communications specialist at NAEYC, was recently working as an infant teacher at an early childhood center in northern Virginia.

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Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

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Parental involvement and open communication also play vital roles. It’s important to communicate with students, parents, and specialists to gather detailed information about their needs. By incorporating tools designed to support their unique challenges, you empower them to access learning more independently and effectively.

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17 K-8 Digital Citizenship Topics

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This used to mean limiting access to the internet, blocking websites, and layering rules upon rules hoping (vainly) students would be discouraged from using an infinite and fascinating resource. It didnt work.

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How to Teach Digital Citizenship in Kindergarten

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_Discuss the potential risks and dangers associated with online communications. Discuss why they use a password to access the computer. How is this the same/different from being a citizen of the town they live in? Where is this ‘digital town’? _What are some of the rules of your town? _What is ‘ netiquette’ ? Solicit student ideas.

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Are Schools and Edtech Companies Ready for the Digital Accessibility Deadline?

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They have to learn just like other students, but they can also have to deal with assignments they can’t access and other digital hurdles. Department of Justice published its final rule for web and mobile accessibility. The update is meant to expand access by spelling out specific technical standards government entities must follow.

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Digital Accessibility Is a Bigger Education Issue Than We Think. Here’s What We Can Do About It.

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As a school communications professional trained in digital accessibility, I’ve probably seen hundreds of newsletters like the one forwarded to me — and that’s a problem. I know this because the schools I work with rely on me to ensure their communications are accessible.