S12 E5: From Vocabulary to Visuals: Bridging Science Education Gaps for all Learners

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Dr. Michael Kennedy discusses high-leverage practices in science education for students with disabilities.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Practical Access, Dr. Michael Kennedy, professor at the University of Virginia and co-editor of the Journal of Special Education Technology, shares his expertise in high-leverage practices (HLPs). Known as an expert in the field, Dr. Kennedy provides insights into explicit instruction as a crucial approach for supporting students with disabilities in science education. He discusses the importance of using clear language, concrete examples, and repetition to...

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Guest: Dr. Michael Kennedy

Topics covered

• science education
• high-leverage practices
• explicit instruction
• students with disabilities
• education gaps

Keywords

• science education
• high-leverage practices
• explicit instruction
• students with disabilities
• education

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Organizations: University of Virginia, Journal of Special Education Technology

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