Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Empowering Homeschool Conversations

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Empowering Homeschool Conversations episodes

  • How Direct Instruction Helps Parents Teach Struggling Readers
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Michael Maloney, Founder of The Maloney Method which uniquely incorporates four educational strategies into one all-encompassing system (behavioral objectives, behavioral management, direct instruction, and precision teaching). Michael shared on "How Direct Instruction Helps Parents Teach Struggling Readers"
    #reading #curriculum #homeschool
    Other topics covered:
    Why Sequence Matters When Teaching Reading
    Pacing Instruction Based on Your Student's Reading
    Instructional Tips for Helping a Struggling Reader
    Direct Instruction Verses Orton-Gillingham for Reading Instruction
    1 hr
  • Teaching Reading Comprehension for Academic Success
    This episode of SPED Homeschool Conversations our special guest for Dr. Marion Blank, a world-renowned literacy and language expert who developed and served as Co-Director of the Columbia University Developmental Neuropsychiatry Program for Autism and Related Disorders.
    Other subjects covered Included this interview:
    The Language of Literature
    Using Videos to Teach Literacy to Non-Readers
    How Informative Text Builds Reading Comprehension
    Increasing Visual Sequencing for Reading Success
    Why Phonics Fails Most Children
    #reading #comprehension #homeschool
    59 min
  • Ways Parents Can Help a Struggling Reader
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Barbara Steinberg, M.Ed., Founder & Owner of PDX Reading Specialist, LLC. Barbara shared with us about "Ways Parents Can Help a Struggling Reader"
    #reading #homeschool #strugglingreader
    Other topics covered in this interview were:
    How Audiobooks Help Students Access Text at Their Intellect Level
    The Sweet Spot Between Reading Accommodations & Remediation
    Why Accommodations are Important for Struggling Learners
    Encouraging Your Smart, Yet Struggling Reader
    52 min
  • Effective Methods for Coaching Your Teen Towards Independence
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Renee Sullins, homeschool mom, Life Coach for Teens & Adults and owner of Renee Sullins Coaching. Renee shared on "Effective Methods for Coaching Your Teen Towards Independence"
    #teen #homeschool #independentwork
    Other topics covered in this episode are:
    Helping Your Teen Move Past Procrastination and Towards Success
    How Self-Assessment Increases Independence in Teens
    Opening the Door to Your Teen's Perspective for Better Communication
    Increasing Independence in Teens with ADHD
    1 hr 4 min
  • Moving Beyond Learning Styles for Successful Learning Outcomes
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Tyler Hogan, president of Bright Ideas Press, homeschool graduate, homeschool dad, and author of Demystifying Learning Styles. Tyler shared on "Moving Beyond Learning Styles for Successful Learning Outcomes"
    #homeschool #learningstyles #memory #intelligence
    Other topics covered in this
    Elaborative Rehearsal for Improved Learning Memory
    Minimizing Ineffective Cognitive Load for Effective Learning
    Shepherding Your Child's Unique Intelligence
    Rethinking Testing in Your Homeschool
    1 hr 7 min
  • Solidifying Math Concepts Beyond the Curriculum
    Solidifying Math Concepts Beyond the Curriculum
    Our special guest this week was Raj Valli, CEO of Thinkster Math plus two of the Thinkster Math tutors. This hour's roundtable discussion was on the subject "Solidifying Math Concepts Beyond Your Curriculum"
    #math #curriculum #homeschool
    Other topics included in this video are:
    How Math Facts Lead to Math Success
    Making Math an Immersive Experience
    Help! My Child is Afraid of Word Problems
    Helping Your Student Get Beyond Math Anxiety
    17 min
  • Cultivating Self-Determination and Advocacy Skills in Your Teen
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Melissa Ragan, the Chief Academic Officer at ONEder, a company which offers an ever-expanding suite of transition curriculum packages. Melissa shared on "Cultivating Self-Determination and Advocacy Skills in Your Homeschool Teen"
    #homeschool #teen #specialneeds #highschool
    Other subjects covered in this video are:
    Helping Your Teen Find Their Strengths
    Using the TAGG Assessment to Identify Your Teen's Transition Skills
    Building Communication Skills in Your Teen
    Helping Your Teen Take Ownership of Their Goals
    Ways to Help Your Teen Develop Self-Advocacy Skills
    How to Pass Accountability Onto Your Teen
    Involving Your Teen in the IEP Process
    1 hr 2 min
  • How Our Family Embraced Challenges and Created a New Normal
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Cynthia Heren, blogger and homeschooling mom of 3 Out-of-the-Box kids ages 9, 7, 5. Cynthia inspired us with their family's homeschooling story as well as some great hints and tips for homeschooling as we talked on "How Our Family Embraced Learning Challenges and Created a New Normal"
    https://youtu.be/7YrIYlkwhyc
    Topics covered in this episode are:
    Slowly Easing Into Your Homeschooling Year
    How a Visual Timers Get Your Homeschooled Student Back on Task
    Expanding Homeschooling Freedom by Moving Beyond a Boxed Curriculum
    Changing Up Your Homeschool Curriculum to Fit the Needs of Your Child
    Migrating Towards a More Eclectic Homeschooling Approach
    Simple Curriculum Accommodations
    Easy Curriculum ModificationsOur special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Cynthia Heren, blogger and homeschooling mom of 3 Out-of-the-Box kids ages 9, 7, 5. Cynthia inspired us with their family's homeschooling story as well as some great hints and tips for homeschooling as we talked on "How Our Family Embraced Learning Challenges and Created a New Normal"
    Topics covered in this episode are:
    Slowly Easing Into Your Homeschooling Year
    How a Visual Timers Get Your Homeschooled Student Back on Task
    Expanding Homeschooling Freedom by Moving Beyond a Boxed Curriculum
    Changing Up Your Homeschool Curriculum to Fit the Needs of Your Child
    Migrating Towards a More Eclectic Homeschooling Approach
    Simple Curriculum Accommodations
    Easy Curriculum Modifications
    1 hr 4 min
  • Special Needs, Adoption, Large Family and Homeschooling. Yes It's Possible
    Our special guest this week on SPED Homeschool Conversations was Debbie Carlow, from "Just A Different Life" YouTube Channel which has the following description: "A large family created biologically and through adoption. Multiple special needs, homeschool, adoption, a lot of love and a bit of crazy!" Debbie shared on "Special Needs, Adoption, Large Family & Homeschooling? Yes It's Possible"
    Some of the topics covered in this interview were:
    Homeschooling a child with medical needs
    How to build your homeschooling team
    Moving into homeschooling gradually
    How to juggle special needs life with homeschooling life
    Focusing on the positive aspects of your child's life and learning
    Ideas for hands-on and life skill learning
    Teaching self-advocacy to your child
    How to not homeschool alone
    59 min

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