Shoshana Leffler

Differentiation in STEM: Teaching Chemistry and Computer Science to Diverse Learners

As a STEM educator working in Title 1 schools, I’ve had the privilege—and the challenge—of teaching diverse groups of students. Many of them have special needs, and a significant number are English Language Learners (ELL). In these classrooms, the “one-size-fits-all” approach simply does not work. Instead, differentiation becomes not just a teaching strategy, but a […]

Creating Inclusive Classrooms in Title 1 Schools: Supporting Special Needs and ELL Students in STEM

Teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in Title 1 schools—schools where a significant percentage of students come from low-income families—presents unique challenges. As an educator working in these environments, I’ve learned that inclusivity is crucial, especially when teaching subjects like chemistry and computer science to students with special needs and English Language Learners (ELL). […]