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Building Work Skills for Special Needs High School Learners

For special needs learners, work skills are something which often need to be taught explicitly and carefully in order to maximize the chance of finding and keeping a job. 'Skills for Work' is a series of books by Australian author Anne Vize, published by Phoenix Education.

Published by Anne Vize (15,016 pts

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Walking for Fitness

Walking is a great way to help students boost their fitness. But some students need a little extra motivation. Try the G Sensor Pedometer to help students keep track of their steps, while they walk their way to better health.

Published by Anne Vize (15,016 pts

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Dragon Naturally Speaking in Special Education

Dragon Naturally Speaking is a software program which allows a user to talk to their computer and create text on screen. It is a great program for students with some types of disability, but it does have its disadvantages. This article on Dragon takes you through what you need to know.

Published by Anne Vize (15,016 pts

) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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Reduce Waste - Use Refill Pens

This is a great Australian product that reduces the amount of whiteboard markers going to landfill. The pens are refilled using small ink containers, therefore reducing waste and stopping huge numbers of pens going to the landfill each year.

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Great Online Language Resource for Special Education - An Introduction

This is a great little program that can be used to support learners in special education with a range of needs and abilities. It is ideal for use in school based programs and as a home practice program.

Published by Anne Vize (15,016 pts

) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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Boost Writing Confidence: Review of Tiny Spell

If a special needs student is working in a program which does not include a spell checker, they may be limited in the quality of work they can produce. Tiny Spell is a subtle, easy to use program that supports students in writing tasks.

Published by Anne Vize (15,016 pts

) on Jan 2, 2009 to
Special Education Reviews