Using the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale in Autism
Autism is one of the most prevalent psychological disorders of children. To effectively help the autistic child, the first crucial step is identifying …
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Special Ed Information for Teachers & Parents
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Preparing Gifted and Talented Students for College
Many people assume that gifted and exceptional students will find college easy. The reality is different. These special students also face numerous …
Continue ReadingThe Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale for Infants and Children
The VABS is a popular assessment tool to evaluate the social skills of minors, usually from preschool to 18 years old. But there is another version of …
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Positive Teacher/Parent Communication: Help Your Special Education Student Thrive
Special education students need support at home and at school, and this process is made much easier through positive teacher/parent relationships. …
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Reading Instruction for Gifted Students: How to Choose Books for Giftedness
Teaching students who are reading at a level beyond their chronological age is a challenge, especially with young children. Choosing content for …
Continue ReadingInclusion for Students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities - Some Strategies to Help
Teachers working with children with severe and multiple disabilities need to ensure they use inclusive practises in their daily activities. Inclusion …
Continue ReadingIncorporate Drama and Acting Activities to Build Social Skills in Students with Special Needs
This article explains the importance of social skills for students with special needs and offers suggestions to create a repertoire of social skill …
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Exercise Balls in the Classroom for Students with ADD
Exercise balls can be useful for children diagnosed with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder). When seated on exercise balls, children can improve their …
Continue ReadingAutism and Peer Tutoring in the Classroom
In teaching social skills to students with Autism and their peers in the classroom, peer tutoring can provide a collaborative avenue of social …
Continue ReadingExamples of Using Positive Reinforcement as a Special Education Teaching Strategy
Special education teaching strategies are created to help children with special learning needs to learn new skills and retain existing ones. Teaching …
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