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Practical strategies, research, and perspectives from the Novak Education team to help educators strengthen instruction, leadership, and inclusive systems.

Universal Design for Learning

Rethinking Parent-Teacher Conferences through UDL

Two weeks ago, while I was signing up for my own children’s parent-teacher conferences, I was reminded of a memorable coaching conversation I had with a principal I was so lucky to work ...

Emily Mostovoy-Luna · October 15, 2025

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Universal Design for Learning

From Parallel Play to True Collaboration: What Co-Teaching Can Learn from the Playground

Emily Mostovoy-Luna · July 2, 2025

learner agency - autistic boy's goal to be a librarian

Universal Design for Learning

UDL + SDI = Learner Agency: What a Transition IEP Goal Can Teach Us

Emily Mostovoy-Luna · June 27, 2025

Universal Design for Learning

Bridging UDL and SDI: Co-Planning for Inclusive, Purposeful Design

Emily Mostovoy-Luna · June 27, 2025

teaching special ed in gen ed classrooms

Universal Design for Learning

Inclusive Education is a Right, Not a Privilege:

The IEP meeting that changed my understanding of equity and inclusion forever is one I will never forget. I remember the team being huge - the entire school team was there, along ...

Emily Mostovoy-Luna · June 13, 2025

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