This session provides educators in Career and Technical Education (CTE) schools with practical, research-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement, equity, and achievement. Designed for both CTE and academic teachers, the session focuses on integrating academic and technical instruction to support diverse learners, including those with IEPs, English Language Learners, and students requiring Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. Attendees will explore frameworks such as Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), District Curriculum Accommodation Plan (DCAP), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), as well as MyCAP (My Career and Academic Plan) for personalizing instruction and improving college and career readiness. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to promote cross-curricular collaboration, align instruction with workforce and academic standards, and address diverse student needs effectively.
Session Objectives: Identify research-based instructional strategies that enhance learning outcomes in CTE and academic settings. Understand how frameworks like MTSS, DCAP, and UDL can support diverse learners in vocational schools. Develop methods to foster collaboration between academic and vocational educators for cross-curricular alignment. Explore ways to use MyCAP for integrating career readiness with personalized academic goals.
Intended Outcomes: By the end of this session, participants will: Gain practical tools and resources to implement effective teaching strategies in CTE and academic classrooms. Learn how to use UDL principles to make learning accessible and engaging for all students. Design strategies for fostering collaboration between academic and CTE educators to enhance interdisciplinary learning. Be equipped to create a classroom environment that supports student success in both technical skills and academic development, aligned with college and career readiness goals.
