http://www.brighthub.com/education/special.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/56379.aspxWed, 18 Nov 2009 09:01:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56379StrongmindSpecial education classrooms play an important role in facilitating the studies of children with special needs. Let us analyze their importance and look into the various aspects of effective special education classroom designs. The Significance! Most of the schools including kindergartens, preschools and elementary schools design special educat...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/56375.aspxWed, 18 Nov 2009 08:49:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56375justkat73Use these strategies for ADHD homework issues to help your students to get their homework done in a timely manner without a lot of stress. These strategies are made especially for those with ADHD that may have a difficult time concentrating. Documentation Some of the most simple strategies for ADHD homework issues are based on documentation. Childr...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/56374.aspxWed, 18 Nov 2009 08:43:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56374StrongmindSpecial education teachers face some unique set of challenges as they deal with unique individuals. The teaching goals are a little bit different from the regular academic requirements. Let us explore what should be the goals of a special education teacher! The Challenge! Compared to the regular classroom teaching, special education teacher...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53491.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:34:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53491Lynx350Is your toddler truly gifted? What activities can you do with a gifted toddler to encourage his intellectual interests and abilities? Gifted toddlers are truly a “gift” to their parents. Recognizing your toddler’s giftedness and reacting accordingly can make a difference in your toddler’s future. Identifying Gifted T...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53566.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:33:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53566Lynx350Has your gifted child been diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, ODD, or a different disorder? Make sure that the diagnosis is correct before acting on it. The misdiagnosis of gifted children can be catastrophic, and yet it happens all the time. Why Your Child Might Be Misdiagnosed Gifted children have many skills and abilities that are beyond that of the ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53494.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:32:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53494Lynx350Although some people believe the myth that raising gifted kids is easy, parents of those gifted kids know the truth. If you are a parent, you may wonder if other parents of gifted kids have the same concerns that you do. If you are a teacher, you should be aware of parent concerns for gifted kids. Educational Issues One of the most nerve-wracking o...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55017.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:31:14 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/55304.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:29:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55304Lynx350Creativity is an important aspect of learning, especially for GT students. Teaching creativity in the classroom for the gifted doesn’t need to be difficult. Read on for some suggestions about how to incorporate creative activities into various subjects. Literature and History Literature and history classes are perhaps the most conducive to te...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55305.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:28:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55305Lynx350How do lesson plans for gifted students differ from regular lesson plans? How can you ensure that your students are being challenged sufficiently? This article will answer all your questions about lesson plans for gifted students. Includes ideas for appropriate lesson plans. Figure It Out In a regular classroom, you might be used to teachin...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53493.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:28:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53493Lynx350The RtI model has become an important component of many modern classrooms. But does it really benefit everyone? Some question whether students who are gifted and RtI model instruction can ever truly combine. Here's why. RtI in a Nutshell RtI (Response to Intervention) is a model of teaching instruction that encourages research-based decisio...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55016.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 07:26:45 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/56073.aspxMon, 16 Nov 2009 07:51:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56073WritingBugChildren with ADHD often have difficulty focusing on academic subjects such as reading and writing, particularly when school assignments are lengthy or complicated. Teachers can help ADHD children to more effectively read and write by dividing assignments into smaller segments and modifying tasks. ADHD Symptoms and Teacher Adjustments Common sympto...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55959.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 07:18:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55959rojaroseIn the modern education system teachers must be resourceful to make education a student oriented process. In order to evoke active participation from students with ADHD, teachers have to interlink multiple strategies of instruction. This article provides various strategies for the classroom. Introduction True learning is possible only with the acti...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55956.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 07:03:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55956StephanieTEvery child develops certain skills on his/her own schedule. While a wide range exists when children should reach specific milestones, parents should expect children to develop certain skills by a certain age. Read this article to learn the signs of a developmentally disabled child. Developmental Milestones From the day a baby is born, parents ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/52781.aspxSun, 15 Nov 2009 06:58:17 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52781rojaroseChildren suffer from a number of learning disabilities. ADHD is one amongst them. A detailed account of ADHD and its common symptoms is given in the article below. When educators understand the symptoms that children with ADHD present in the classroom, true learning and teaching can begin for both. Symptoms of Children with ADHD ADHD (Attention Def...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55881.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 09:21:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55881rojaroseAre you parenting or teaching a child with ADHD? Do you experience difficulty in coping with the needs of the child at home or in the classroom? Then keep reading to learn about parenting and teaching tips to improve the interaction with your child. Introduction A child with ADHD has some trouble in adapting with the surroundings and he may...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55880.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 09:01:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55880jenniferterryWriting letters to parents is a requirement for teachers. They can be used to help document situations as well. This sample letter can be used as a template that you can customize to reflect the IEP goals of each student in your classroom. Sample Letter Letters from special education teachers to parents can be difficult to write. However, they are ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55879.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 08:56:55 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55879StephanieTNo child likes to do homework. A child or teen with ADHD especially dislikes doing homework with its challenges of organizing the correct materials and finishing the assigned work. Use the following homework tips for students with ADHD and end the nightly struggle of completing assignments. Homework Tips for ADHD – Before They Begin to Study ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/25995.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 08:52:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25995WritingBugA growing number of public schools are offering autism support classrooms as part of their special education services. These resource rooms are beneficial for autistic children who need extra support outside of the mainstream class. Autism support classes are led by trained teachers and aides. Advantages of Autism Support Classrooms While most publ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55620.aspxThu, 12 Nov 2009 00:27:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55620rojaroseThe present education system satisfies the needs of mainstream children, but may leave gifted children frustrated. Teachers and parents continue to struggle in working with gifted children having learning disabilities. This article provides some essential guidance for teachers, students and parents. Introduction to the Gifted Gifted children are an...