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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
Touchscreen technology popularized by Apple’s iPad has changed the way children with autism 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…
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 · Education10 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 · AutismPlease Don't Judge My Parenting When You See My Child 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 · AutismPlease Don't Judge My Kid on the Autism Spectrum 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’ a Boy in Here: A…
3 min · Education5 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…
