Special Needs Education


Feature Writer: Karen Plumley
Karen Plumley, Feature Writer, Karen Plumley

No two individuals are more important in the life of a child than parent and teacher. This is especially true for the child with special needs. Whether you are teaching special education classes, instructing or assisting an exceptional child, parenting a child with special needs, or have a disability yourself, you have come to the right place for practical, insightful information.

In Special Needs Education you will find articles and blogs on topics such as autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, physical and developmental challenges, behavioral and emotional disorders, and more.

We are devoted to providing timely research on the latest topics of interest in special education including legal issues, transition, inclusion, and advancements in classroom technology.

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Ways to Build Friendships in the Classroom

In: Special Needs Education (general)

Ways for teachers and paraprofessionals to build peer friendships among students with special needs in the classroom, teambuilding tips and improving social skills. more...

Special Education Acronyms

In: Special Needs Education (general)

Wondering what IEP stands for? How about BIP or ED? Special education acronyms can be confusing to teachers. Here is a list of common special needs abbreviations. more...

Epilepsy in the Classroom

In: Physically Challenged Students

Students with epilepsy in the classroom will need several special accommodations. These strategies and interventions can be helpful for the epileptic child. more...

Epilepsy and Learning

In: Physically Challenged Students

Children with epilepsy may have learning disabilities and behavior problems. How seizures and medications affect children's learning and behavior in the classroom. more...

Improve Memory in Kids With Disabilities

In: Special Needs Education (general)

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. more...

Effective Memory Strategies for Special Needs

In: Special Needs Education (general)

Students with special needs often have memory problems. Teachers can use effective memory strategies to improve recall for children with disabilities in the classroom. more...

Social Skills Activities in the Classroom

In: Special Needs Education (general)

Here are some ideas for building students' social skills, and developing conversation, conflict resolution, and anger management abilities in a regular classroom. more...

PECS in the Classroom

In: Developmentally Challenged Ed

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) can be used in the classroom to stimulate speech, language in kids with autism, Down syndrome, and other disorders. more...

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