Mod 14 Curriculum Selection Activity 1

Outline for selecting non-textbook materials:

Current Process:

• Identify what students need extra help with.
• Look for new videos or online tools that match what students are learning.

Proposed Changes:

• Make sure materials also help English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Talk with teachers and ELL specialists.
• Choose materials that show different cultures.
• Pick materials that work for students who speak different languages.
• Make sure there are options for students at different levels.

Using the source Quill.org:

• Give ELLs special tests.
• Give them practice assignments to help them learn English.
• Once they're good at English, let them take regular tests.

Outline for selecting textbooks for inclusive classrooms:

• Check if it matches what Florida wants students to learn.
• Make sure it talks about different cultures.
• See if it helps students practice skills.
• Make sure it's easy to read or can be made easier.
• Look at the pictures and see if they will help students better understand the lessons.
• Check if the words are hard or easy aka grade-level appropriate.
• Make sure it's fair to all students.