Articles related to "Students With Disabilities"
College Students' Rights to Computer and Communication Access
Section 504 outlines the right of college students to have access to computers, web pages, and email.
college • university • students • assistive technology • disabilities
Section 504 outlines the right of college students to have access to computers, web pages, and email.
college • university • students • assistive technology • disabilities
HS Exit Exam Testing Debate
The Department of Education and California is currently struggling with the specifics and impacts of test modifications on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).
high stakes testing • exit exams • testing • exams • california board of education
The Department of Education and California is currently struggling with the specifics and impacts of test modifications on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).
high stakes testing • exit exams • testing • exams • california board of education
Students With Disabilities Can Get an Education
Having a disability, whether it is physical, mental or emotional, doesn't have to hold back individuals from receiving the same benefits that other college students enjoy
americans with disabilities act of 1996 • students • disabilities • education • jobs
Having a disability, whether it is physical, mental or emotional, doesn't have to hold back individuals from receiving the same benefits that other college students enjoy
americans with disabilities act of 1996 • students • disabilities • education • jobs
Web Empowers a Deaf-Blind Individual
Craig is deaf and blind. Despite this, he is about to graduate with his Bachelor of Arts degree and is extremely busy with other <em>fascinating stuff</em>. The Internet enables and empowers him to maintain a fulfilling and productive life.
deaf • blind • disabled student • students with disabilities • communication
Craig is deaf and blind. Despite this, he is about to graduate with his Bachelor of Arts degree and is extremely busy with other <em>fascinating stuff</em>. The Internet enables and empowers him to maintain a fulfilling and productive life.
deaf • blind • disabled student • students with disabilities • communication
First Job: Creating Opportunities For Youth With Disabilities
A new program designed to give high school students with disabilities an opportunity to experience their first job was officially launched on July 23, 2001, by Tim Sale, minister responsible for persons with disabilities in the province of Manitoba.
A new program designed to give high school students with disabilities an opportunity to experience their first job was officially launched on July 23, 2001, by Tim Sale, minister responsible for persons with disabilities in the province of Manitoba.
College for Differently-Abled Students
A discussion of finding the right college if you are a student with a disability (physical, emotional, or learning disability, vision or hearing impairment, or mental or chronic illness). Also profiles 4 colleges with innovative disability services.
higher • education • college • university • disability
A discussion of finding the right college if you are a student with a disability (physical, emotional, or learning disability, vision or hearing impairment, or mental or chronic illness). Also profiles 4 colleges with innovative disability services.
higher • education • college • university • disability
Disability Services in Adult Education
An overview of learning and physical disability resources are described for all adult learners enrolled in higher education courses designed to achieve educational goals.
disability services • adult education • learning disabilities • accommodations for students with learning disabili • physical disabilities
An overview of learning and physical disability resources are described for all adult learners enrolled in higher education courses designed to achieve educational goals.
disability services • adult education • learning disabilities • accommodations for students with learning disabili • physical disabilities
NCD's Report: What are the AT Implications?
What can the National Council on Disability's IDEA compliance report teach us about AT in public schools?
national council on disability • ncd • idea • compliance report • special education law
What can the National Council on Disability's IDEA compliance report teach us about AT in public schools?
national council on disability • ncd • idea • compliance report • special education law
Improve Memory in Kids With Disabilities
Teaching strategies and techniques for remembering lessons will be important so that children with special needs can improve their own memory and performance in school.
improve memory kids disabilities • special needs students how remember lessons • memory strategies techniques independent • improve retention schoolwork • pictures visuals remember lessons
Teaching strategies and techniques for remembering lessons will be important so that children with special needs can improve their own memory and performance in school.
improve memory kids disabilities • special needs students how remember lessons • memory strategies techniques independent • improve retention schoolwork • pictures visuals remember lessons
Back to School with A Disability
Starting a new school can be scary for anyone - new classmates, new teachers, new building. Add a disability to that equation and the fear can be overwhelming.
students with disabilities • disabilities • accessible school • transition to a new school • student in a wheelchair
Starting a new school can be scary for anyone - new classmates, new teachers, new building. Add a disability to that equation and the fear can be overwhelming.
students with disabilities • disabilities • accessible school • transition to a new school • student in a wheelchair
Online learning opens doors...or does it?
Online learning opens doors to students with disabilities, enabling and empowering them to get an education. However, what technology can giveth, technology can also taketh.
online learning • online education • disabled students • students with disabilities • blind
Online learning opens doors to students with disabilities, enabling and empowering them to get an education. However, what technology can giveth, technology can also taketh.
online learning • online education • disabled students • students with disabilities • blind
Teaching Math to Learning Disabled Students
Math activities proven successful with learning disabled students are presented, along with a description of factors that influence struggling special needs students.
teaching math • math learning strategies • special needs students • math activities • special education
Math activities proven successful with learning disabled students are presented, along with a description of factors that influence struggling special needs students.
teaching math • math learning strategies • special needs students • math activities • special education
Teaching Weak Learners
Teaching weaker students is not an easy job. What is the trick behind reaching them?
tip • strategy • classroom • program • weak
Teaching weaker students is not an easy job. What is the trick behind reaching them?
tip • strategy • classroom • program • weak
SCHOOL INTEGRATION AND THE DISABLED CHILD
Integration and Disabled Children
integration • children's disabilities • disabled children • classroom • mainstream
Integration and Disabled Children
integration • children's disabilities • disabled children • classroom • mainstream
Working with Parents of Special Needs Kids
Here are some practical tips, advice, and guidance for teachers on how to work with parents of children with disabilities.
working with parents special needs kids • valuable parent teacher relationships • first steps tips parent teacher partnership • supporting parents special needs children • develop empathy family students disabilities
Here are some practical tips, advice, and guidance for teachers on how to work with parents of children with disabilities.
working with parents special needs kids • valuable parent teacher relationships • first steps tips parent teacher partnership • supporting parents special needs children • develop empathy family students disabilities
Adult Learners with Disabilities
Resources for adult learners with disabilities.
learning • learning disabilites • assistive technology • adult learning • adult education
Resources for adult learners with disabilities.
learning • learning disabilites • assistive technology • adult learning • adult education
Disability-Friendly Colleges
It's October and that means football, Homecoming games and Halloween. For many high school seniors, it also means the time has come to start looking at colleges.
college • disability-friendly colleges • high school seniors • accessibility • campus
It's October and that means football, Homecoming games and Halloween. For many high school seniors, it also means the time has come to start looking at colleges.
college • disability-friendly colleges • high school seniors • accessibility • campus
What Does it Take to Become a Special Educator?
Before going into special education, it is important to think through what it takes to become a special educator and whether that field is appropriate for you.
how to be a special educator • becoming a special education teacher • deciding to go into special education • how to teach special education • learning about special education
Before going into special education, it is important to think through what it takes to become a special educator and whether that field is appropriate for you.
how to be a special educator • becoming a special education teacher • deciding to go into special education • how to teach special education • learning about special education
Effective Memory Strategies for Special Needs
Students with special needs often have memory problems. Teachers can use effective memory strategies to improve recall for children with disabilities in the classroom.
effective memory strategies special needs • improve memory disabilities • memory problems special needs students • improve recall retention • difficulty short term memory
Students with special needs often have memory problems. Teachers can use effective memory strategies to improve recall for children with disabilities in the classroom.
effective memory strategies special needs • improve memory disabilities • memory problems special needs students • improve recall retention • difficulty short term memory
IEP versus 504
A brief rundown of the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan in regards to students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADD
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • attention deficit disorder • adhd • add • ad/hd
A brief rundown of the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan in regards to students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADD
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • attention deficit disorder • adhd • add • ad/hd
Just What Is Inclusion, Anyway?
Inclusion is fast becoming a common buzzword in special education circles, but just what does it mean? For students, teachers and parents, it means change is in the air.
inclusion • special education • students • teachers • parents
Inclusion is fast becoming a common buzzword in special education circles, but just what does it mean? For students, teachers and parents, it means change is in the air.
inclusion • special education • students • teachers • parents
Services for Disabled College Students
In this interview, Kathy McGillivray, Director of Disability Services at Bethel University, puts the concept of accessibility in context for disabled college students.
disabled college students • services for disabled college students • making colleges accessible • bethel university disability services • ada compliance in higher education
In this interview, Kathy McGillivray, Director of Disability Services at Bethel University, puts the concept of accessibility in context for disabled college students.
disabled college students • services for disabled college students • making colleges accessible • bethel university disability services • ada compliance in higher education
Vocab: FAPE
The law says that your school system is obligated to provide a student with disabilities with a FAPE – a free appropriate public education. Do you know what that MEANS?
free appropriate public education • fape • lre • least restrictive environment • special education
The law says that your school system is obligated to provide a student with disabilities with a FAPE – a free appropriate public education. Do you know what that MEANS?
free appropriate public education • fape • lre • least restrictive environment • special education
A College for Students with Special Needs
Many students with learning disabilities would like to continue their education past high school; however, additional learning strategies may be needed.
landmark college • college for special needs • how to choose a college • college for students with special needs • programs offered at landmark
Many students with learning disabilities would like to continue their education past high school; however, additional learning strategies may be needed.
landmark college • college for special needs • how to choose a college • college for students with special needs • programs offered at landmark
Learning Disability Accommodations
Learning disability accommodations are necessary to help students learn despite their disabilities. Learning disability accommodations level the playing field.
learning disabilities • accommodations • regular education classroom • modifications • special needs
Learning disability accommodations are necessary to help students learn despite their disabilities. Learning disability accommodations level the playing field.
learning disabilities • accommodations • regular education classroom • modifications • special needs
Palin's Plan for Special Needs Students
Governor Sarah Palin has offered an ambitious new proposal for funding education for Special Needs students. This article examines the basis and costs of this new plan.
sarah palin • special needs • 2008 elections • john mccain • barack obama
Governor Sarah Palin has offered an ambitious new proposal for funding education for Special Needs students. This article examines the basis and costs of this new plan.
sarah palin • special needs • 2008 elections • john mccain • barack obama
Special Education and Adequate Yearly Progress
How and when special education students should be factored into the accountability provisions of NCLB is not a controversy that will go away quickly.
adequate yearly progress • mantra • yoga • ayp • special education director
How and when special education students should be factored into the accountability provisions of NCLB is not a controversy that will go away quickly.
adequate yearly progress • mantra • yoga • ayp • special education director
Hygiene & Sex Education in Autism
For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This become a particular problem as they approach puberty.
hygiene • sex education • puberty • autism spectrum disorders • asd
For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This become a particular problem as they approach puberty.
hygiene • sex education • puberty • autism spectrum disorders • asd
IEP Goals
Many children with disabilties qualify for an IEP, an Individualized Education Program.
iep goals • individualized education program • iep objectives • special education • 504 plan
Many children with disabilties qualify for an IEP, an Individualized Education Program.
iep goals • individualized education program • iep objectives • special education • 504 plan
Scholarships for Learning Disabled
A listing of nine scholarships available to students in the United States with learning disabilities. Each listing provides a brief overview and contact information.
scholarships for learning disabled • college funding for learning disabled students • ld high school students • students with learning disabilities • money for college
A listing of nine scholarships available to students in the United States with learning disabilities. Each listing provides a brief overview and contact information.
scholarships for learning disabled • college funding for learning disabled students • ld high school students • students with learning disabilities • money for college
Speech Recognition Technology for the Disabled
Students with disabilities depend on assistive technology products, such as voice transcription software, to improve the educational experience.
speech recognition technology • voice transcription software • assistive technology products • natural language processing • free voice recognition software
Students with disabilities depend on assistive technology products, such as voice transcription software, to improve the educational experience.
speech recognition technology • voice transcription software • assistive technology products • natural language processing • free voice recognition software
Top Universities for LD Students
A listing of 4 top ranked public U.S. universities that have programs for learning disabled students. Noted are campus size,enrollment, cost of tuition, LD services, aid.
universities for ld students • postsecondary schools for the learning disabled • ld programs at colleges • top ranked universities with ld programs • learning disabled college students
A listing of 4 top ranked public U.S. universities that have programs for learning disabled students. Noted are campus size,enrollment, cost of tuition, LD services, aid.
universities for ld students • postsecondary schools for the learning disabled • ld programs at colleges • top ranked universities with ld programs • learning disabled college students
Understanding IDEA and Orthopedic Impairment
Although IDEA uses the term Orthopedic Impairments, children with physical disabilities may have orthopedic impairments, neuromotor impairment or degenerative disease.
orthopedic impairment • resources for orthopedic what does orthopedic impa • impairment • understanding orthopedic impairment • types of orthopedic impairment
Although IDEA uses the term Orthopedic Impairments, children with physical disabilities may have orthopedic impairments, neuromotor impairment or degenerative disease.
orthopedic impairment • resources for orthopedic what does orthopedic impa • impairment • understanding orthopedic impairment • types of orthopedic impairment
Vocab: LRE
The law says that your school system is obligated to educate a student with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (LRE) possible. Do you know what that MEANS?
lre • least restrictive environment • disability • broan v. board • civil rights
The law says that your school system is obligated to educate a student with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (LRE) possible. Do you know what that MEANS?
lre • least restrictive environment • disability • broan v. board • civil rights
20th Century Triumph: Disability Rights + Computer Technology
The co-evolution of the disability rights movement and modern technology--the most significant outcome of the 20<SUP>th</SUP> Century.
assistive technology • disability rights • ed roberts • independent living • computers
The co-evolution of the disability rights movement and modern technology--the most significant outcome of the 20<SUP>th</SUP> Century.
assistive technology • disability rights • ed roberts • independent living • computers
A Cooperative Teaching Model
When teachers are committed to work together for the success of all students in their classroom, a cooperative teaching model may be a successful option.
cooperative teaching model • teachers share a classroom • co-teaching model • teachers sharing a common goal • believing in co-teaching
When teachers are committed to work together for the success of all students in their classroom, a cooperative teaching model may be a successful option.
cooperative teaching model • teachers share a classroom • co-teaching model • teachers sharing a common goal • believing in co-teaching
Brain Gym
Brain Gym is a series of body movements or exercises that are believed to help with many learning disabilities and other roadblocks to success.
brain exercises improve learning • how the brain works • brain exercises for adhd • mind body fitness • brain fitness
Brain Gym is a series of body movements or exercises that are believed to help with many learning disabilities and other roadblocks to success.
brain exercises improve learning • how the brain works • brain exercises for adhd • mind body fitness • brain fitness
Budget 2000: What Does It Mean For Persons With Disabilities
4.2 million Canadians – one in six Canadians of all ages – have a disability. The federal government, through the February 28 budget, has made a number of committments to helping Canadians with disabilities participate in the labour force and deal with medical and care-related costs.This budget builds on numerous measures in previous budgets.
disabilities
4.2 million Canadians – one in six Canadians of all ages – have a disability. The federal government, through the February 28 budget, has made a number of committments to helping Canadians with disabilities participate in the labour force and deal with medical and care-related costs.This budget builds on numerous measures in previous budgets.
disabilities
Documents: the 504 Plan
What is a 504 Plan? Do you need one? How is it different from an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? These are important question if your child has a disability.
504 plan • section 504 • rehabilitation act of 1973 • disabilities • childhood diabetes
What is a 504 Plan? Do you need one? How is it different from an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? These are important question if your child has a disability.
504 plan • section 504 • rehabilitation act of 1973 • disabilities • childhood diabetes
Holiday Shopping for Kids with Disabilities
Should we buy toys that children with disabilities ask for, although they may not be able to play with them independently?
children with disabilities • toys • selecting • adapting • special needs
Should we buy toys that children with disabilities ask for, although they may not be able to play with them independently?
children with disabilities • toys • selecting • adapting • special needs
Review of Hofstra University
The largest private university on Long Island, Hofstra has a lot to offer its 12,400 students in the areas of student life and academics.
hofstra university • award winning campus motivates students • private university on long island • life at hosfstra • residence halls
The largest private university on Long Island, Hofstra has a lot to offer its 12,400 students in the areas of student life and academics.
hofstra university • award winning campus motivates students • private university on long island • life at hosfstra • residence halls
Teach for America & Traditional Teacher Training
Can a five-week crash course be as effective as a four-year education degree? The reaction from administrators is surprising.
teach for america popular • administrators support teach for america • schools of education find teach for america lackin • reading taught better by teachers with four year d • five week course certifies a teacher
Can a five-week crash course be as effective as a four-year education degree? The reaction from administrators is surprising.
teach for america popular • administrators support teach for america • schools of education find teach for america lackin • reading taught better by teachers with four year d • five week course certifies a teacher
The Key to AT Assessment: Asking the Right Questions
The key to effective assistive technology assessment means asking the right questions. Here are tips for individuals with disabilities, parents, special educators, and professionals.
assistive technology • assessment • individuals with disabilities • parents • tips
The key to effective assistive technology assessment means asking the right questions. Here are tips for individuals with disabilities, parents, special educators, and professionals.
assistive technology • assessment • individuals with disabilities • parents • tips
There's Something About Cerrie
She's young and pretty. She's vibrant and energetic. So why are parents all over England accusing kids show host Cerrie Burnell of scaring their children?
cerrie burnell • bbc • kids show • cbeebies • one arm
She's young and pretty. She's vibrant and energetic. So why are parents all over England accusing kids show host Cerrie Burnell of scaring their children?
cerrie burnell • bbc • kids show • cbeebies • one arm
Understanding the TABE
The TABE tests adults entering trade school or community college or who are applying for some jobs. Being informed and prepared is the best way to ensure a good score.
how to do well on the tabe • getting a good score on the tabe • what is the tabe • who takes tabe • what is the tabe used for
The TABE tests adults entering trade school or community college or who are applying for some jobs. Being informed and prepared is the best way to ensure a good score.
how to do well on the tabe • getting a good score on the tabe • what is the tabe • who takes tabe • what is the tabe used for
Using Aversives in Schools
Some schools use aversives to control student behavior in school. What does the law say about using these methods?
aversives • aversives in schools • aversives school staff • physical restraints • electric shock treatment
Some schools use aversives to control student behavior in school. What does the law say about using these methods?
aversives • aversives in schools • aversives school staff • physical restraints • electric shock treatment
What's Differentiated Instruction?
Differentiated instruction is not easy to define. It is more of an idea, more of a philosophic approach than a method or pedagogy. But it is central to instruction today.
differentiated instriction • learning styles • multiple intelligence • multi-sensory approach • kinesthetic learners
Differentiated instruction is not easy to define. It is more of an idea, more of a philosophic approach than a method or pedagogy. But it is central to instruction today.
differentiated instriction • learning styles • multiple intelligence • multi-sensory approach • kinesthetic learners
Inclusive Special Education: An Introduction
An introduction for both parents and educators to inclusive education--what it is and what it might look like (examples).
inclusion • mainstreaming • special education • education • learning
An introduction for both parents and educators to inclusive education--what it is and what it might look like (examples).
inclusion • mainstreaming • special education • education • learning
Respect and Protect Violence Prevention Program
Respect and Protect is a comprehensive program designed to stop school violence. Does it work? What are its strengths and weaknesses?
bullying • school violence • behavior intervention form • respect and protect • behavior
Respect and Protect is a comprehensive program designed to stop school violence. Does it work? What are its strengths and weaknesses?
bullying • school violence • behavior intervention form • respect and protect • behavior
Sonia Sotomayor and Her Impact on Schools
Past decisions are a likely indicator of future decisions. How has Sonia Sotomayor ruled in school cases in the past?
obama nominates sonia sotomayer supreme court • reverse discrimination • teenagers strip searched • rulings on disabilities funding • catholic nominee to supreme court
Past decisions are a likely indicator of future decisions. How has Sonia Sotomayor ruled in school cases in the past?
obama nominates sonia sotomayer supreme court • reverse discrimination • teenagers strip searched • rulings on disabilities funding • catholic nominee to supreme court
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