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Khan Academy would be a great resource for teachers and administrators looking for help with RTI needs. There are sections for every content area where students can test their skills via an online assessment. After several questions, content is adjusted to the specific learning level of the individual student.

This is great for auditory and visual learners taking different steps with them. The site begins various practices or content knowledge with an interactive assessment of what you know, what you need review, and what it recommends to build upon the knowledge that the student indicates they have yet to learn or are unfamiliar with. In a sense, it differentiates and it assesses as you interact. Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more. Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

This is great for auditory and visual learners taking different steps with them. The site begins various practices or content knowledge with an interactive assessment of what you know, what you need review, and what it recommends to build upon the knowledge that the student indicates they have yet to learn or are unfamiliar with. In a sense, it differentiates and it assesses as you interact. Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more. Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

I loved exploring HippoCampus. The educational video, test prep, and simulations were amazing. I am exploring the topic English, specifically "Crafting an Effective Writer" and have found this video on being a successful online learner. The videos are informative and I could see my English teacher using them and it even applies to this course right now.

Zaption provides free interactive video tools and ready-to-use video lessons to engage learners. Our video platform is perfect for K-12, higher ed & training. This is a great tool to use for students who are visual learners and those who need to watch videos more than once. It also works great for those who need to stop and take notes while listening. AB

"Search for certified K-12 online courses. Learn about student services, postsecondary enrollment options (PSEO), and online college in the high school (OCHS). Obtain college, career, and financial aid planning resources. Access library databases to do homework, improve studies, and complete a quick review of subjects. Engage in interactive tools to enhance learning. "

I would use this site to work with the math and science teachers. For this bookmark, I am focusing on math because I find this group to be the hardest to get to work with the library. I would meet with the teachers, discuss concepts they are teaching and then show them this array of simulations they can assign students for any of the following reasons: *Formative Assessment *Further practice on a concept a student is struggling with mastering *A learning extension for accelerated learners - this could be a part of a personalized learning path.

Tynker makes it fun and easy to learn computer programming. Get started today with Tynker's easy-to-learn, visual programming course designed for young learners in 4th through 8th grades.

UW Madison MOOCs Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), are unique and exciting virtual teaching, learning and research experiences that are not for credit, aimed at unlimited participation and available at no cost to learners around the world. In 2013-14, UW-Madison launched four pilot MOOCs in partnership with the online education company, Coursera.

Madison launched 6 more MOOCs this week.

If you have students who are looking to learn a different language, this collection may be the right fit for them. We have two students who want to study German, this will help guide them. Also, I believe our foreign language teacher would find it helpful for students.

Our Juniors and Seniors in high school have been engaging in a conversation about a 'gap' year. This resource is just in time for them to help those learners in the process of finding their 'why'.