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4 min · Special EducationA Letter from Otsimo to Special Education Community
It only takes the one. One person to make you want to make a change. One person to give you inspiration, an inspiration to create something that will end up helping thousands. And my “one” was my brother. He was diagnosed when he was two…
3 min · Special EducationHomeschooling Tips for Children with Special Needs
Due to COVID-19 outbreak, we are all advised by experts and health authorities to stay at home for both our and everyone else’s safety. This means no going to school, no going to the park, no social gatherings of any kind. It may become…
1 min · Special EducationOtsimo's Year of 2019
It’s that time of the year again! We are thrilled to release our 2019 stats with our awesome community. 2019 was a blast for us! Our little heroes and their parents/guardians, we owe you this success. What was our motivation? Our ultimate…
2 min · Special EducationSocial Stories and Autism
Social stories are an effective tool to teach children with autism about communication, social interactions, and emotional responses. Because one of the hallmark challenges facing children with autism is social skills, social stories is one…
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…
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…
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…
