Teaching culturally and linguistically diverse exceptional (CLDE) students can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This professional development course equips educators with easy-to-implement, research-based strategies to support CLDE students in diverse classrooms. Participants will explore practical techniques for differentiated instruction, language scaffolding, and inclusive practices that foster student success. Through interactive activities, real-world examples, and collaborative discussions, teachers will leave with ready-to-use strategies that enhance engagement, accessibility, and learning outcomes for all students.

Whether you are new to working with CLDE students or looking to refine your approach, this course provides the tools and confidence to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment.

This course is designed for elementary and secondary educators. Teacher librarians, instructional coaches, and administrators are invited to join us; they will be asked to work on a planning template in a discipline of their choice.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Understand CLDE Principles: Define culturally and linguistically diverse exceptional (CLDE) students and explain the unique challenges they face in educational settings.
• Implement Differentiated Instruction: Apply simple and effective differentiation strategies to support the diverse learning needs of CLDE students.
• Utilize Language Scaffolding Techniques: Integrate scaffolding methods, such as visual supports, sentence frames, and structured peer interactions, to enhance language development and comprehension.
• Apply Research-based strategies: Students will create or improve upon lessons that are backed by research-based strategies to implement best practices when teaching MLs in their classroom. 
• Implementation of AI technology tools: Students will be able to research multiple tools to help address CLDE students' needs in the classroom and reach their full potential.