Helpful Tips For Special Needs Parents And Familie
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Helpful Tips For Special Needs Parents And Familie

- by Mary Lebowitz

If you’re a parent to a special needs child, it can be difficult to know what to do. You may feel alone and isolated, but as a parent of a special needs student, you have more support than you realize. Here are some things that have helped me in managing the needs of my son:

Create a support network.

If you are a parent of a child with special needs and are looking for support, there are many options available to you. It can be helpful to find other families who have been in your shoes and can offer advice on how they’ve dealt with similar situations. You may also want to seek out groups or organizations that can help your family with specific needs, such as physical therapy or mental health services.

You might also consider reaching out online if face-to-face meetings aren’t possible due to distance or time constraints (or simply because your child isn’t comfortable meeting new people). There is no shortage of forums where parents discuss everything from what kind of equipment works best for their children’s disabilities down through the nitty gritty details like bowel movements! Be wary though: not everyone online has good intentions so make sure that any site where personal information is shared has strict security measures in place before signing up for an account.

Finally don’t be afraid asking others for help when needed; even if all else fails there will always be someone willing lend an ear (and maybe even …

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Managing EdTech Growth
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Managing EdTech Growth

- by Mary Lebowitz

As a founder of a fast-growing EdTech company, you are constantly thinking about growth. It’s your job to keep the business moving forward, and more than that—to make sure it keeps moving forward as efficiently and effectively as possible. But how do you manage this process? What does it even mean to “manage” growth? And what should you be focusing on right now?

In this article, I’ll share some lessons learned from my own experience managing the growth of an EdTech company called Instructure (formerly Pluralsight) over the past few years. Hopefully they can help you navigate the choppy waters of growing your own business!

Growth is hard.

Growth is a challenge. It can be good, but it can also be bad. You need to manage growth so that you are making the most of the opportunities that come with it and not being overwhelmed by them.

To manage your edtech business’ growth, here are some things to start thinking about:

  • How do we scale our customer service?
  • How do we ensure that our product development stays ahead of customer needs?
  • What type of talent acquisition strategy will work best for us now and in the future?

Some companies thrive on hyper growth, but most do not.

Some companies thrive on hyper growth, but most do not. If you’re not in the right market with the right product at the right time, then don’t let your company get caught up in hyper growth. It will only cause more problems than …

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Inclusive Education Examples From Around The World
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Inclusive Education Examples From Around The World

- by Mary Lebowitz

The idea of inclusive education can be traced back to the 1970s, when it was first proposed as a way of educating children with special needs. Since then, countries around the world have adopted their own versions of this philosophy in order to help all students succeed. Inclusive education is not a new concept, but rather one that has been consistently improved upon over time based on feedback from teachers, parents and students. Here are some examples from four different countries:

India

The Indian government has made great strides in terms of inclusive education. According to the World Bank, India has a population of more than 1 billion people, including over 60 million people with disabilities. The government understands that it is important for these individuals to be included in society and the classroom if they are going to have any chance of living a fulfilling life.

The Indian Parliament passed the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPWD) in 2016 which required educational institutions around the country to implement policies aimed at ensuring equal access for students with disabilities. This legislation also established guidelines for teachers and administrators on how best to accommodate students with special needs within their classrooms and schools as well as other areas like dormitories or sports facilities if necessary.

Brazil

Brazil is one of the leading countries in Latin America when it comes to inclusive education. The country has an extremely strong law that mandates inclusion in schools, called the “Free Education Act.” This …

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A Quick Overview Of Influencer Marketing
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A Quick Overview Of Influencer Marketing

- by Mary Lebowitz

Influencer marketing is a great way for companies to reach new customers and build brand awareness. It can be used by small businesses or large ones but it’s typically used by big companies with bigger budgets.. The cost of influencer marketing can vary depending on the number of followers an influencer has and how much they charge per sponsored post. There are two types of influencers: micro-influencers and macro-influencers. Macro-influencers tend to have more than 100,000 followers and are typically celebrities and bloggers with large followings. They’re also easier to find because they’re more popular.. Micro-influencers also known as nano-influencers tend to have less than 100,000 followers but they’re usually more engaged with their followers than macro-influencers

Influencer marketing is a way for companies to reach new customers and build brand awareness.

Influencer marketing is a way for companies to reach new customers, build brand awareness and get their message out there.

Influencers are people who have a large following on social media platforms like Instagram or YouTube. They are often celebrities or bloggers with thousands of followers who will listen to what they say about your product or service. This can be an effective way for you as a business owner because influencers usually have large audiences that trust them when it comes to making purchasing decisions. If an influencer recommends something, many people will buy it because they trust that person’s opinion enough to follow his/her advice (and maybe even buy it themselves).

It can be used by

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Adapting Teaching Techniques To Support Stem
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Adapting Teaching Techniques To Support Stem

- by Mary Lebowitz

STEM education is a growing field, and for good reason. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and math, and it’s a broad subject that encompasses many different areas of study. It allows students to explore their interests in inventive ways, but it can also be difficult to teach effectively without boring the class. Here are some tips on how teachers can adapt their teaching techniques when teaching STEM subjects:

Introduce concepts in a way that is relevant for students.

  • Make sure the lesson is relevant to students.
  • Use examples that students can relate to.
  • Teach in a way that interests the students and their learning style, not yours!

Use hands-on activities to teach content.

Hands-on activities are engaging for students. Students learn better when they interact with the content, and hands-on activities provide an opportunity for students to do just that. Hands-on learning can be used to teach STEM concepts, as well as reinforce and demonstrate understanding of those concepts. Students can use a variety of tools including technology (like robotics kits), art supplies/materials (such as paintbrushes), or simple household items (such as measuring cups) in order to develop their understanding of STEM topics such as physics or biology through experimentation or observation.

Encourage students to be creative and solve problems on their own.

  • Encourage students to be creative and solve problems on their own.
  • Teach students how to think critically, problem solve, and be innovative.
  • Allow for group work in order to allow for collaboration and discussion among peers.
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