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How to create an environment that fosters learning

How you behave at home or work may differ significantly from how you behave on the subway or in the grocery store or while you are driving. Singing out loud may be an acceptable activity when you are…

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What is Special Education

What is Special Education

He pushed for the government to become more involved in helping all children get an adequate education. Prior to his…

Top IEP Tips for Parents

Top IEP Tips for Parents

In the 1970s, several important lawsuits were filed which established that to deny students with disabilities a public…

Educating Children with Special Needs

Educating Children with Special Needs

Remedial instruction aims to improve a skill or ability in each student. Using various techniques, such a more practice…

The History of Special Education in the United States

The History of Special Education in the United States

Prior to legislation requiring public education for children with cognitive or emotional disabilities, deafness,…

Special Ed Lesson Plans

Special Ed Lesson Plans

Teachers creating plans for these children must take two things into consideration: the child's specific needs, and the…

Signs of Autism

Signs of Autism

Children with autism have strong emotions and do not deal with feelings appropriately. Students suffering from autism…

Special education dictionary

The acronyms you meet in IEP meetings and school letters, explained.

504

Section 504 Plan

ADA

Americans with Disabilities Act

ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

ASD

Autism Spectrum Disorder

BIP

Behavior Intervention Plan

ESY

Extended School Year

FAPE

Free Appropriate Public Education

FBA

Functional Behavior Assessment

IDEA

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

IEP

Individualized Education Program

LRE

Least Restrictive Environment

SLD

Specific Learning Disability

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The Hamburger Paragraph Method: A Practical Guide

The Hamburger Paragraph Method: A Practical Guide

Learn how the hamburger paragraph turns a topic sentence, supporting details, and closing sentence into a clear writing routine. Get practical teaching steps, examples, and differentiation ideas.

What Is Response to Intervention (RTI)? Your Guide

What Is Response to Intervention (RTI)? Your Guide

Response to Intervention (RTI) helps schools spot learning needs early and match students with targeted academic support. Learn what the tiers mean, how data guide decisions, and when you can request an evaluation.