http://www.brighthub.com/education/special.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55225.aspxSun, 08 Nov 2009 02:43:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55225rojaroseAutism is a developmental disorder found in children. Children with autism may feel isolated in society and in the classroom. Understanding the symptoms of autism can help immensely in understanding a child with autism. This article provides an overview of the symptoms of autism. Read on ....... What is Autism? Autism is a kind of disorder foun...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/25517.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 21:52:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25517WritingBugChildren who are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often experience challenges in forming relationships with peers due to aggressiveness, immaturity, and an inability to stay focused during social activity. Friendships can be formed more easily with help from adults. ADHD As An Obstacle To Friendship There are s...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55224.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 21:31:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55224StephanieTThe term “developmental disabilities” describes a variety of physical and mental disorders and conditions. What exactly are developmental disabilities and how do they differ from one another? Read this article to learn a clear definition of this term and about types of developmental disabilities. Developmental Disabilities Defined D...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54923.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 15:23:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54923barbarasmithEducators and parents can help children with severe to profound multiple disabilities improve hand function with environmental and activity adaptations. Increased hand use promotes learning, independence and self-esteem for students with profound handicaps in classrooms. Factors that Impact Hand Use Children with severe cognitive and motor disabili...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55017.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 07:52:10 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55017Lynx350If you teach reading to high-achieving students, you’ve probably considered giving them gifted and talented reading projects. These projects can help students connect more intimately with what they’ve read, and enable them to share the ideas from the books with others in original ways. Extending the Story Many gifted and talented studen...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55016.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 07:46:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55016Lynx350Why do we need gifted education? This question has resonated in the minds of many educators and policy-makers since the era of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) has begun. In truth, gifted education is more important than ever before. NCLB and Its Aftermath No Child Left Behind (NCLB) was based on a strong need for underachieving students to ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55014.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 07:41:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55014Lynx350Does your child have Asperger’s or highly gifted abilities? There are several ways to find out. Each requires looking at a different aspect of your child’s personality. Introduction Highly gifted children can be misdiagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome (along with many other misdiagnoses ). There are several ways to differentiate betwe...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55013.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 07:37:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55013StephanieTTeachers are constantly looking for ideas to engage students and improve learning. Special education teachers especially want to enhance their techniques as they teach students with diverse needs and abilities. Continue reading to learn why SMARTBoards are used in special education classrooms. What are SMARTBoards? SMARTBoards are large interac...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54924.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 06:27:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54924barbarasmithChildren with developmental disabilities are at higher risk for visual impairments that impact learning. Early evaluation and therapeutic interventions can help these children reach their full potential. Early evaluation and Treatment Early evaluation and treatment of visual impairment are critical in order for children to develop visual perceptual...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54922.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 06:03:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54922AnneVSo what exactly is media literacy, and why should I teach it in a special education setting? This article tells you the basics about media literacy and technology in the classroom, with a special focus on special needs learners. Media Literacy Basics Media literacy in an educational context should be about much more than simply putting in a DVD...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/forum/p/49550/54918.aspx#54918Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:20:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54918blcaseybcsyThanks for the post, but I'm not sure why you included it in the Special Education Discussion area. Barbarahttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/12055.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:23:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12055AnneVPlaygrounds away from the school setting are vital for helping students develop and learn to apply their play skills. But some are more suitable than others. This article looks at the best features of a novel Australian playground in Cairns, and shares some playground safety tips. What Special Kids Need in a Playground Playgrounds need to meet a nu...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/16483.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:19:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:16483AnneVBeing outdoors and joining in some active games is great for special needs learners. Physical and personal skills come into play with teamwork and communication activities for students, as your learners begin to work together to complete tasks and enjoy the fun. Shadow Catching Everyone loves a good shadow game, and from a teaching point of view it...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/25249.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:12:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25249WritingBugAsperger's syndrome is a disorder that is part of the autism spectrum. Students who have this syndrome are prone to intense anxiety due to changes in routine, and this can create problems at school. Here are some ways to prepare an Asperger's child for upcoming classroom transitions. Asperger's Syndrome: Characteristics One of the d...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54843.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:08:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54843Lynx350Can you teach an autistic child traffic signs? Sure you can. This article contains several methods you can use to teach your child the meaning of traffic signs in a way that she will understand. Real Life If possible, you can take him to an area that you know has several common street signs (e.g., a stop sign, a railroad crossing sign, a “walk”...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54842.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:04:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54842Lynx350Do you have difficulty reading off of white paper or in a well-lighted room? Do you skip words or reread them? Do you struggle with reading and become fatigued after reading for a period of time? If so, some believe that you should get tested for Irlen Syndrome. What is Irlen Syndrome? Irlen Syndrome was named after the American the...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54841.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54841Lynx350Children with hyperlexia seem to be contradictions: precocious decoders who cannot comprehend what they read. Understanding the symptoms of hyperlexia is essential in determining whether your child may be exhibiting signs of the condition. What is Hyperlexia? Hyperlexia is a rare condition in which a child recognizes words (and can often sp...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54840.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 07:57:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54840Lynx350Preparing autistic people to enter the workplace is essential. After all, the transition to the world outside school is the test of whether the school has prepared them adequately for life. There are several aspects of the workplace that need to be specifically taught to autistic students. Benefits to Having Autistic People in the Workplace Althoug...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54839.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 07:54:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54839Lynx350Art lessons for autistic students can be more than just a fun activity. In fact, autistic students can learn a lot through art – how to use their senses, work as a group, or become more self-aware. Take a look at some of the ways that you can build these skills through some simple art projects. Tactile Art Autistic students often exhibit tact...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/16481.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 07:50:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:16481AnneVFor pre-verbal language students in special education, learning makaton signing is an effective way of helping them develop language and communication skills. Makaton signs and makaton symbols are easy to implement in the classroom, and they can boost verbal skills too! Why Are Students Learning Makaton? Signing is simply the action of usin...