In this section you’ll find information that will assist you in your role as an Occasional Teacher. It isn’t subject specific but is related to Ontario’s Schools. This is where you’ll find information about classroom management, character education, and safe schools to name but three topics.
Classroom supports
OCUP Special Education Companion (2002)
This document is a companion piece to the now defunct Ontario Curriculum Unit Planner. It has a great deal of information regarding identification and placement, IEPs, accommodations and modifications, teaching strategies, specific skill strategies, and assessment.
The Educational Implications of ADHD
This article examines research into treatment outcomes, and teaching practices that work with students who have ADHD.
The Learning Disabilities Association of Canada
Since 1963, the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada has provided understanding and support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals. This site contains a great deal of useful information for educators.
Resources in Special Education
This is a large collection of online special education resources gathered by Michigan State University.
Substituting in the Special Education Classroom
This article is from the Sub Journal, a publication of the Substitute Teaching Division of Utah State University contains valuable information for OTs who are called to work in a special education classroom.
Substituting in the Special Education Classroom
PBS: Misunderstood Minds
This American site is a companion to the PBS special Misunderstood Minds, and profiles a variety of learning problems and expert opinions. It is designed to give parents and teachers a better understanding of learning processes, insights into difficulties, and strategies for responding.
Ministry of Education Planning, Assessment, and Evaluation Supports
This document lists the supports that the Ontario Ministry of Education has developed which focus on planning, assessment and evaluation.
Character Development in Action K-12
This resource is a compilation of successful practices used in the implementation of Character Development initiatives.
Educational Computing Organization of Ontario (ECCO)
The Educational Computing Organization of Ontario (ECCO) exists to share and disseminate information and to advocate and promote the effective use of computers and associated technologies in the education process.
Kathy Schrock’s Guide to Technology for Teachers
Kathy Schrock is one of the foremost experts in the field of education technology. Her site contains 1000s of tips, tricks, and tools for teachers wishing to integrate technology into their instructional program.