Resource Format: Resource Compilation
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The Power of Examples in Action: Catalyzing Change for All Learners
The EALA School Study Tours Learning Agenda Research Brief showcases how guided school visits, reflection protocols, and collaborative planning help educators adopt inclusive practices that benefit all learners. Featuring 12 Promising Practices—from leader commitment to community engagement—the brief offers evidence-based strategies and real-world examples for improving outcomes for students with disabilities and learning differences.
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San Diego School Study Tours
In January 2023, EALA hosted a School Study Tour in San Diego, bringing together educators from across the country to explore how schools are creating equitable, inclusive learning environments for students with diverse learning needs. Through visits to local schools and conversations with educators, families, and community members, participants gained firsthand insight into innovative practices…
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Chicago School Study Tours Bundle
In October 2023, EALA led a School Study Tour in Chicago, where educators had the opportunity to explore inclusive approaches designed to better support students with disabilities. Through school visits and in-depth conversations with practitioners, participants examined how inclusive practices are embedded into classrooms, school culture, and leadership strategies. The following resources capture those insights—featuring…
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Engage Families in Learning Practices
This resource from CAST’s CITES framework offers actionable strategies for schools and districts to engage families as authentic partners in student learning. It emphasizes digital communication, collaborative goal-setting, and inclusive decision-making to support student outcomes—especially for those who benefit from accessible technologies and individualized learning approaches. The guidance is grounded in Universal Design for Learning…
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Strategic Planning Toolkit for Education
This interactive Strategic Planning Toolkit for Education from ERS (Education Resource Strategies) supports district and school leaders in navigating the complexity of school system planning. With templates, guides, and examples, the toolkit helps education leaders align resources, prioritize equity, and ensure sustainable improvement strategies post-pandemic.
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A Resource Guide for Inclusive Postsecondary Education for Students with Intellectual Disability
The Transforming College Campaign Resource Booklet offers strategies and resources to promote inclusive and equitable higher education. It provides practical advice for improving campus environments and support services, helping institutions create spaces where all students, particularly those from underserved communities, can thrive.
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LIVE Handbook for K-12 Education
The LIVE Handbook is an inclusive education framework designed to help K–12 educators build more equitable and accessible learning environments. It offers practical tools, reflective questions, and implementation strategies that address the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities. The resource emphasizes leadership, instructional design, and systems-level planning for inclusive practice.
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PINE Community Course: Neurodiversity & Inclusion: Moving from Awareness to Action
PINE Community is a collection of courses and tools designed for anyone supporting neurodivergent children and their peers outside traditional school settings. Our first course, Neurodiversity & Inclusion: Moving from Awareness to Action, explores frameworks to deepen your thinking and offer practical strategies and supports that you can implement immediately in your work with young…
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Accessibility Guidelines for Augmented and Virtual Reality
The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) provides essential accessibility guidelines for augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) in education. This resource outlines best practices for designing inclusive AR/VR experiences, ensuring that students with disabilities can fully engage with immersive learning tools. The guide addresses accessibility considerations for students with visual impairments, hearing impairments, mobility challenges, and…