Content Area: Algebra

Solving systems of equations

- MGSE9-12.A.REI.5 Show and explain why the elimination method

works to solve a system of two-variable equations.
- MGSE9-12.A.REI.6 Solve systems of linear equations exactly and
approximately (e.g., with graphs), focusing on pairs of linear
equations in two variables.

Mild Intellectual Disability

Low Tech Ideas:

- Color coding notes. This will help students distinguish different

topics. Students associate colors with subjects in school so this will
also prove to be a great organizational tool.
- Personal note taker. This teacher/student will help the student not fall
behind in the class by taking notes for them.
- Reading problems. By reading problems out loud, students will not
have to worry about reading the problem.

High Tech Ideas:

- A talking calculator. This calculator speaks the numbers and

symbols on the buttons a student presses, as well as the answer
they get.
- Electronic math worksheets. These are a type of computer software
that lets your child work out math problems on a computer screen.
- Tablet. This is an alternative way of taking traditional pencil/paper
notes. It gives students an online platform instead of stationary.

Supportive APPS:

- The internet app will help students look up topics and find resources
to help them understand topics. This is also a great resource for
students who want practice about a certain topic.
- Youtube will also be a great app for the student to download to watch
videos about the topic.
- The microphone app will help students record their answers if they
can’t type. This app can be found on mobile devices and computers.
UDL Strategy (Wheel):

- Explicit opportunities for spaced review and practice(Means of

Representation)

- Provide scaffolds (Means of Expression)

- Provide tasks that allow for active exploration, participation, and

experimentation (Means of Engagement)

Attention Difficulties

Low Tech Ideas:

- Reminder devices. These devices alert a child of an upcoming

assignment that is due. It also buzzes students to keep them focused
on the teacher.
- Fidget spinner or cube. These devices help students that feel the
need to fidget. Most are hand held devices that are easy to bring to
school.
- Replace the chair with a large exercise ball. Sometimes different
seating helps a student pay attention better.

High Tech Ideas:

- A talking calculator. This calculator speaks the numbers and

symbols on the buttons a student presses, as well as the answer
they get.
- Different forms of representation for note-taking such as tablets or
computers. Depending on the student a change of types of notes can
help them stay on task.
 - Screen readers for different problems or notes since it may be hard
to focus while reading.

Supportive APPS:

- SimpleMind is an excellent app for organizing information in a visual

way this, in turn, allows you to process the information, understand
it, and remember it.
- Todoist is a list app that puts all your assignments in one place and
pings you when it notices you have not been active.
- Evernote makes it easier for students to organize their work in one
place.

UDL Strategy (Wheel):

Options for Perception (Representation)

- Vary the display of information using visual content. Some examples
are Math-Whizz and Math Paper.
Options for Expressive Skills and Fluency (Expression)
- Provide students with calculators and use web-applications
Options for Recruiting Interest (Engagement)
- Involve learners where & whenever possible. Some examples are
Whiteboards for group practice.

Physical Disabilities
Low Tech Ideas:

- Pencil grips. These are for students who need help grasping a
pencil/writing utensil. Most times they are soft and form to the
fingers of the student.
- Printing out assignments in larger texts. This is for students who
have bad eyesight. With large text, they will still be able to engage
with the material being presented.
- Rolling Chairs. By having a few rolling chairs in the classroom,
students with physical disabilities will be able to move around the
classroom easier.

High Tech Ideas:

- A talking calculator. This calculator speaks the numbers and

symbols on the buttons a student presses, as well as the answer
they get.
- Electronic math worksheets. These are a type of computer software
that lets your child work out math problems on a computer screen.
- Speech recognition software. This allows a child to speak into a
computer instead of typing. If a student has a cast on or a physical
disability that involves their hands, the student can talk into the
computer to record their answers.

Supportive APPS:

- Microphone app for students who record answers instead of typing

them. THis is available on all mobile devices and computers.
- Magnifier app to enlarge text on worksheets. This is a great way that
students can still engage in the task if they have a compromised
eyesight.
- The closed captioning app allows students to still participate in a
video lecture if they have a hearing disability. By showing the words
 on the bottom of the screen, students do not need to have audio.
They can just read the CC.

UDL Strategy (Wheel):

Options for Perception (Means of Representation)

- Vary the display of information in a flexible format such as size of

text, images, graphs, table, or other visual content. Ex. Accessibility,
Math Paper, Math Pad

Options for Expressive Skills & Fluency (Means of Expression)

- Provide students with speech-to-text software. Ex. Math Talk

Options for Sustaining Efforts & Persistence (Means of Engagement)

- Differentiate the degree of difficulty or complexity within which core

activities can be completed.

English as a Second Language

Low Tech Ideas:

- Pocket dictionary to help define words.

- Flashcards that have commonly used English phrases on their desk
to help communicate.
- Colored cups on their desk to signify if the student understands.
(Red cup=slow down and green cup=good)

High Tech Ideas:

- Text-to-speech software can allow students to type out what they

want to say.
- Audio recorders so that students can playback new materials taught
in class.
- Translator software on a mobile device to help communicate.

Supportive APPS:

- A translator app working both ways to translate my speaking or my

questions into their language, and also their speaking in their native
language into English for me. Google translate would work well.

UDL Strategy (Wheel):

- Clarify unfamiliar syntax. (Means of Representation)

- Provide learners with spell checkers, grammar checkers,word prediction

software, speech-to-text software, human dictation,and recording. (Means
of Expression)

- Provide recording devices, aids, or charts to assist individuals in learning

to collect, chart, and display data from their own behavior to monitor
changes in those behaviors. (Means of Engagement)
 Sensory Impairment
Auditory
Low Tech Ideas:
Pre made notes given to the
student, one on one teaching
during independent work,
consistent checks for
understanding
High Tech Ideas:
Teacher wearing a microphone for
cochlear implants, completed notes
posted online so they don’t need to
take notes on what I say, just what
is written on the board
Supportive APPS:
An app that converts speech to
text. I have seen google transcribe
work well for a student from a
school that I was in previously.
Skype is a way students can have
closed captions or lip reading.
UDL Strategy (Wheel):
Options for Perception-
- Provide diagrams, volume
and speed of speech, speed
of video or animation
Visual
Low Tech Ideas:
Tape recorder. No need to write down
notes if I narrate everything I write
down while I’m writing them down
and also you can hear what I say as
many times as you want.
High Tech Ideas:
Braille converter or some other text
to speech conversion software. Big
keys is a keyboard that uses large
letters.
Supportive APPS:
Text reader to make the text audible
for the vision impaired students.
Magnify app that makes text larger for
students.
UDL Strategy (Wheel):
Options for Perception-
- uses captions, speech to text
software, varying size of text
for students that need it,
volume and speed of speech.