Resources
Overview
Learning Resources from SERC
Using the search tool at left, use this page to find a wealth of learning resources collected by SERC, from a variety of sources. These sources include SERC Professional Development, to Connecticut State Department of Education official documents, to classroom-ready downloadables spanning a wide variety of topics.
Resources are available in a variety of formats, including web articles, videos and multimedia presentations, printable .PDFs, and downloadable presentations, spreadsheets, and document files.
These resources and many more are available:
Connecticut Paraprofessionals Guide to ADD/ADHD
Guide to ADD/ADHD Facts about ADD/ADHD Instructional Strategies to Support Students with ADD/ADHD Professional Development Resources Download PDF
CSDE IDEA Part B Grant Maintenance of Effort (MOE) Resources 2020
Webinar Archive: Maintenance of Effort (MOE) & IDEA Part B Grant:
Beyond the Blueprint: Literacy in Grades 4-12
Beyond the Blueprint provides a broader, deeper, well-informed research-based orientation required to help older students develop into highly literate citizens.
IDA Dyslexia Handbook: What Every Family Should Know
The IDA Handbook provides necessary information regarding a definition of dyslexia, characteristics of dyslexia, appropriate assessment tools, evidence-based interventions, and suggestions for managing a dyslexic's educational process.
IEP Manual and Forms
The CSDE IEP Manual is an excellent resource to guide educators in using/developing compliant and quality IEP’s.
PJ Settlement Frequently Asked Questions
About the P.J. ET AL v. State of Connecticut, Board of Education, ET AL Settlement Agreement 1. Does the Settlement Agreement apply to students who do not have an intellectual disability? If my child has multiple disabilities, including an intellectual…
PJ Settlement Synopsis
Moving Forward with Responsible Inclusive Practice in Connecticut Schools: Ensuring that Students with Disabilities are Educated in the Least Restrictive Environment A Settlement to P.J. et al v State of Connecticut, Board of Education, et al (This synopsis…
Demonstration Sheltered Content Lessons
These lessons and materials for teaching to English Language Learners were designed to be used as training tools for administrators, coordinators/coaches, and teachers.
IEP Rubric
SERC has developed an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Rubric that measures the quality of IEP development for students with disabilities. The rubric is constructed on the premise that all students are entitled to the general education curriculum within…
Connecticut Paraprofessionals Guide to Data Collection
Data Collection Basics Providing Objective Documentation Supporting Teachers Paraprofessional and Teacher Collaboration Online Resources Download PDF
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