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3 min · Tips and Activities5 Teaching Tips for Special Education Classrooms
Being a special education teacher seem to be stressful but here are some teaching tips to make your life easier while working with students with disabilities. 1. Get to Know Your Students The importance of establishing positive…
2 min · Special EducationScreening for Down Syndrome
It is typical for women who are pregnant to undergo a series of prenatal screenings to find out if their baby is at increased risk for certain conditions. One of the conditions commonly tested for is Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome is a…
2 min · Special EducationFragile X Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is a genetic disorder that causes developmental problems, including intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and cognitive impairment. FXS affects both boys and girls; boys, however, have a higher…
9 min · Special EducationUltimate IEP Guide: Everything that an Educator Needs
IEPs are a essential component for children with disabilities and their educators. They are designed according to the individual’s need; so, teachers need to be careful about Individualized Education Plans and here is the guide: The…
4 min · TechnologyAssistive Technology: Facilitators of Special Education
Students suffering from disability of any kind find it hard to manage everything in class and attend lectures on a daily basis. These students have trouble keeping up with everything that is taught in school. They are also unable to work at…
3 min · Tips and Activities3 Best Dental Care Tips for Children with Autism
This article is guest posted by Dr. Greg Grillo () Any dentist will tell you how important it is to have a good dental care routine. Having a healthy mouth is essential to one’s overall health and well-being. However, in children with…
2 min · Special NeedsAutism Empathy and Social Cues
One of the hallmark symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is difficulty reading and understanding other people’s emotions, but this does not mean that people with autism cannot feel empathy. Autism and empathy is a highly controversial…
8 min · Special EducationDown Syndrome: Hearing and Vision Loss
As we walk through life with our loved ones who have Down Syndrome, it becomes crucial to comprehend the myriad ways this condition affects their sensory perceptions, especially hearing and vision. As a parent or caregiver, understanding…
1 min · Special EducationOtsimo's Year of 2018
We are Otsimo. 2018 was an outstanding year for us. We want to share what we achieved in this year. Success comes with great collaboration. For this amazing year, we would like to thank you mainly our little heroes, their parents/guardians…
7 min · Special EducationApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Autism Treatment
What is ABA? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a type of therapy that focuses on teaching socially acceptable behaviors in a child’s natural environment. In general, ABA is the most common treatment path for children and adults with autism…
