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3 min · Special NeedsBest Sensory Autism Apps
The majority of children these days are competent users of mobile technology like smartphones and tablets. For children with autism, this abundance of technology has helped them find resources that were previously inaccessible or…
3 min · TechnologyBest Autism Apps for Toddlers
Parents and caregivers of children with autism know how crucial early intervention is for their child’s education and communication. By harnessing the power of mobile technology, education companies have increasingly turned to smartphones…
3 min · TechnologyBest Autism Apps for Android
Smartphones and touchscreen tablets are invaluable tools for children and adults with autism. As interactive technology develops, educators and parents are changing how they teach their children about communication and daily skills. The app…
4 min · TechnologyBest Autism Apps for iOS to try in 2023
Touchscreen technology popularized by Apple’s iPad has changed the way all children learn and communicate. One of the positives to come out of the mobile-device boom is that educators and software developers have joined forces to create…
10 min · Special EducationSpecial Education Glossary
The following guide contains terms that are frequently used in special education and the IEP process. Accommodation Accommodations are changes to the school curriculum that compensate for a student’s difficulties without modifying the…
3 min · Tips and Activities10 IEP Tips for Better Meetings
Navigating IEP meetings can be stressful and time-consuming. From assembling a tailored team to drafting the lengthy document, the IEP process can be a nerve-racking prospect for teachers. As an educator, your role in the IEP team is…
3 min · Special NeedsPlease Don't Judge My Parenting If My Child is Using His Tablet
I see you, sitting there subtly staring. Your look of disapproval is not invisible to me. I see you, sitting at the next table with your children, puzzled at my decision, at my parenting practices. I see you, looking at me from the corner…
3 min · Special NeedsPlease Don't Judge My Kid with ASD When He's Using His Tablet
My family and I were out with family and friends celebrating Mother’s Day in a popular Mexican restaurant in our town. We sat down, ordered drinks and our food. The adults enjoyed conversations and most of the kids laughed, giggled and…
9 min · Special EducationCommunicating with Parents: A Guide for Teachers
While giving special education to the students with special needs, it is important to be in communication with parents. Here is a guide for teachers: how to be in contact with parents and which ways to follow. Working with parents has long…
3 min · Special Education5 Must-Read Books for Special Education Teachers
Special education teachers work with students with variety of disabilities. It is better for them to stay up to date and get different perspectives. Here, 5 must-read books for special education teachers’ bookshelfs. There’s a Boy in Here…
