Domain III—Curricular Knowledge and Instructional Practices

Competency 5:

Apply knowledge of implementing curriculum through relevant and appropriate content and specialized instructional strategies to guide and support students' learning and development.

TEA, “Literacy For All”: Texas SPED Support

This asynchronous training will address the science of teaching reading and include an overview of what skills need to be mastered to become a proficient reader, how the brain learns to read and, the characteristics of dyslexia and dysgraphia. It will also address how a student’s learning abilities associated with reading can impact a student’s ability to read and what instruction and accommodations can remove the barriers of learning.

TEA, "Math For ALL": Texas SPED Support

Through hands-on activities, participants will explore how learning abilities associated with disabilities, including dyslexia and disorders related to dyslexia, impact the learning of whole number addition and subtraction. In this session, participants will build knowledge and understanding of how instructional supports, including the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines along with assistive technology, can be used to accommodate and reduce the impact of a disability.

TEA, "Literacy Instruction for Students with Autism": Texas SPED Support

In this course, you will first develop an understanding of the literacy needs of individuals with autism as the foundation for framing their instruction. Using video examples, we will then share specific strategies for engaging individuals with autism in increasing complex text and academic content, and supporting students in applying literacy skills to their social experiences.

TEA, "Curriculum Framework": Texas SPED Support

In this video, an educator reviews how she uses the Curriculum Framework documents.

TEA, "Vertical Alignment": Texas SPED Support

In this video, an educator reviews how she uses the TEKS Vertical Alignment documents.

Inclusion Practices for Students with Complex Support Needs

This collection was created to support a team in transitioning students from self-contained to more inclusive environments.

TEA, “Social Skills Training Module”: Texas SPED Support

Social skills training (SST) involves group or individual instruction designed to teach learners to appropriately interact with typically developing peers. Most social skills meetings include instruction on basic concepts, role-playing or practice, and feedback to help learners acquire and practice communication, play, or social skills to promote positive interactions with peers. Participants will be able to: Define social skills training Identify what skills to teach using social skills training Identify the steps for implementing social skills training.

TEA, “Social Skills Training Module”: Texas SPED Support

ESC 20, Low Incidence Disabilities (LID) Resource Site

This site contains information on Monthly Life Skills Instructional Guides, Rubrics for Effective Practices, Tips and strategies, self-paced courses, and more! Discover supports for classroom implementation and access state and national resources for students in self-contained classrooms.

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting

If you only have 30 minutes for professional development, this series is for you! Presenter Dr. Amanda Boutot, BCBA-D, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and an Associate Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Texas State University.

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting

TEA, "Classroom Organization: The Power of Structure for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders": Texas SPED Support

This online course is an overview of how organizational structure can clarify expectations and reduce anxiety in many people with autism. This course will help you learn about the neurobiological basis of autism and its connection to structured learning environments. In addition, you will learn how to organize physical space, dimensions of time and learning activities to positively impact student success.

TEA, "Classroom Organization: The Power of Structure for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders": Texas SPED Support

TEA, "Structured Work Systems": Texas SPED Support

This article provides specific information on the implementation of structured work systems including when, where, and how to use in creating a structured learning environment.

TEA, "Structured Work Systems": Texas SPED Support