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"Engage switch users with Video. Choose a video from YouTube and using the web apps below convert the video into a switch accessible educational activity. Almost all videos can be made switch accessible, however some videos will only play on their YouTube Channel. If one does not play try another - there are many to choose from! In the web app the videos will play for a short time, then pause, after the switch is pressed the video will continue to play. "

In Support of Excellence blog - interactive graphic of iPad apps linked to Blooms taxonomy

"This stop motion video by Nicole Agois explains UDL principles using Lego. A perfect explanation for staff, students and parents. Generously shared with the SOOC UDL & Apps class 2015"

Florida Dept of Ed - Increasing student achievement through the systemic alignment of technology, policies, and curriculum in a multi-tiered system of supports."

Create and play quizzes, discussions or even surveys (which we call Kahoots) using any device with a web browser… including a laptop, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Android, Chromebook, Windows Phone or PC and more - see full list.

"create, share & discover resources build mind maps, flashcards, quizzes & notes for free!"

Symbaloo of resources related to PARCC and ONGA

"Help your students improve their grammar and writing skills Create assignments and quizzes without doing any grading Target Common Core skills using your students' interests Provide students with unlimited help whenever they need it Track growth using our color-coded heat maps"

"DOK refers to the complexity of thinking skills that a task requires."

"Our Mission: Rethinking Schools is a nonprofit publisher and advocacy organization dedicated to sustaining and strengthening public education through social justice teaching and education activism. Our magazine, books, and other resources promote equity and racial justice in the classroom. We encourage grassroots efforts in our schools and communities to enhance the learning and well being of our children, and to build broad democratic movements for social and environmental justice."

"Tony Wagner of Harvard University worked to uncover the 7 survival skills required for the 21st century. To accomplish this, hundreds of CEOs in business, non-profits and educational institutions were interviewed. A list of seven skills that people will need to survive and thrive in the 21st century was compiled from their answers."

"What is self-assessment? The ability to be a realistic judge of one's own performance."

"Studies show that sketching and doodling improve our comprehension - and our creative thinking. So why do we still feel embarrassed when we're caught doodling in a meeting? Sunni Brown says: Doodlers, unite! She makes the case for unlocking your brain via pad and pen."

"This publication presents some preliminary understandings from a number of Center research projects and experiences to inform the various stakeholder groups of the emerging trends, outcomes, challenges, and promising practices in this developing field of practice. Special education was founded on, and continues to operate as, a collaboration among students with disabilities, families, professionals, and policymakers. "