Overview
This lecture introduces high leverage practices (HLPs) for supporting students with disabilities and outlines the structure and available resources in the video series.
Introduction to High Leverage Practices (HLPS)
- HLPS are foundational teaching practices that support students with disabilities in general education classrooms.
- Over 10% of students in many schools have disabilities, so all teachers need effective strategies.
- HLPS ensure students with disabilities have meaningful access and progress in the general curriculum.
- These practices supplement, not replace, intensive, data-driven interventions provided by specialists.
- HLPS are appropriate for most students and can be used by general and special education teachers.
- Each HLP can be broken down into smaller parts for easier learning and implementation.
- HLPS improve student outcomes across content areas, age levels, and learning needs.
- Some HLPS are themselves evidence-based practices, such as explicit instruction.
Roadmap for the Video Series & Resources
- The series covers 22 HLPS, grouped in four domains: collaboration, assessment, social/emotional/behavioral, and instruction.
- Each video in the series introduces an HLP, summarizes supporting research, and provides teacher demonstration clips.
- Videos are available at www.highleveragepractices.org and the Cedar Center website.
- The demonstration videos feature real classrooms with students with and without Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Videos should be used alongside the HLPS book and other professional development materials.
- Additional resources include extra video clips, reflection prompts, and links to related sites like the National Center for Intensive Intervention.
Key Terms & Definitions
- HLPS (High Leverage Practices) — Foundational teaching strategies essential for effective instruction, especially for students with disabilities.
- IEP (Individualized Education Plan) — A document detailing placements and supports for students with disabilities.
- Evidence-Based Practices — Teaching strategies proven effective by research.
- Fidelity — Implementing a practice as intended for maximum effectiveness.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Watch each HLPS introduction video on the provided websites.
- Review additional resources and reflection prompts accompanying each video.
- Consult the HLPS book for more in-depth learning.