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LRC Network Website Resources
We are excited to represent the Learning Resource Network at the NJEA 2024 Convention on November 7-8, 2024! If we missed you at NJEA, or if would like to share a resource from us, you can find electronic versions of all of the LRC flyers and resources from this year's NJEA Convention and more below.
LRC Network Handouts
LRC-S Professional Learning Offerings
Explore our upcoming and on-demand FREE online Professional Learning Offerings designed to foster inclusive education, family engagement, and student success.
Explore 2024-2025 PL Website Offerings!
Mark Your Calendar: 2025 In-Person & Virtual Professional Learning Opportunities
New Teacher Hub
From creating classroom communities and partnering with families to student engagement and teacher wellness, our educator hub offers a collection of opportunities and resources to support the professional growth of new teachers as they enter the profession. Visit the New Teacher Hub on our website to learn more!
LRC-S Family & Community Resources
The LRC-South offers FREE interactive sessions, educational activities and resources to foster family engagement and help support children's learning and social and emotional well-being.
Accessibility
Accessibility means that every person, including those with disabilities, can participate fully in education, employment, and daily living. Learn more about the POUR strategy to ensure that educational materials are accessible to all students. Accessible materials may mean the difference between learning barriers and learning opportunities.
Accommodations or Modifications
How do accommodations different from modifications? Which is better to address your student’s needs?
Accessible Technology Options for ALL
Accessibility features were originally designed to make the use of technology less challenging for those with disabilities, but these embedded features are now the norm and can make technology easier for everyone.
Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
Artificial Intelligence has the potential to enhance the teaching and learning experience. Explore tips for embracing and using AI in the classroom.
AI Prompts for Educators
Learn how you can use prompts to help bring AI into the classroom.
AI Tools for Teaching
Move beyond chatbots like ChatGPT and explore some AI tools that can help you differentiate instruction, provide feedback, remove barriers to learning, and support executive function.
Digital Literacy Infographic
The skills required to thrive as digital citizens go beyond passwords and online safety. They include analyzing the accuracy, perspective, and validity of information we find online; using technology to address challenges and solve problems; and engaging with others, especially those with differing viewpoints, with respect and empathy.
eBook Resources
Explore the LRC-South’s collection of eBook available on MackinVIA. You can sign-in to Mackin VIA with your LRC-South membership number and password.
Free Resource for Teachers
Visit LRC-South’s Online Resources to find more free tools and resources for your classroom!
HLPs in Special Education
Refresh your understanding of the CEEDAR Center’s HLPs (High Leverage Practices) and download the revised book for free.
How General Educators Can Support Students with Disabilities
Partnerships between general and special educators are critical to supporting students with disabilities. Increase collaboration, foster student agency, and promote mental health while creating a welcoming environment for students with disabilities.
Neurodiversity Resources
The LRC-S offers a collection of resources related to neurodiversity to support educators, students and families. Explore books, professional learning videos, links and more!
NJDOE Office of Special Education Projects and Partners
NJDOE's recommended list of resource links, projects, and partners.
NJDOE Office of Special Education Interactive Website Companion Guide
This interactive guide to the NJDOE Office of Special Education’s new website provides direct access to OSE’s programs, projects, supports and more!
NJDOE Office of Special Education Website Spotlights
Resources and tools to support educators, Child Study Teams, Administrators and Families.
Special Education in Action
Check out the most recent edition (February/March 2024) of the NJDOE Office of Special Education’s Special Education in Action’ Newsletter.
Tech Tips and Tricks Infographic
Use these tips and tricks to make the most out of your classroom technology.
UDL Framework: A Guide for Lesson Design
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that accommodates the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary barriers to the learning process. This template helps you identify and address barriers in your lesson design.
UDL Guidelines 3.0
This new iteration of the UDL Guidelines responds to a strong call from the field—both practitioners and researchers alike—to address critical barriers rooted in biases and systems of exclusion. This new update aims to respond to this call and to work toward fulfilling the promise of the Guidelines as a tool to guide the design of learning environments that more fully honor and value every learner. Learn more at: https://udlguidelines.cast.org
Past Events
NJEA Convention 2023
Each year we represent the Learning Resource Network at the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For information on the resources shared during this event - click here.
NJEA Convention 2022
Each year we represent the Learning Resource Network at the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For information on the resources shared during this event - click here.
NJEA Convention 2021
Each year we represent the Learning Resource Network at the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For information on the resources shared during this event - click here.
Check out our Curated Online Resources to view LRC-South's collection of free resources for use by educators and families. Please check back often as we are regularly updating the online resources we provide.
Upcoming Events
The LRC-South provides a variety of free events and activities for educators and families.
Explore our offerings here
