Special Educationhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special.aspxenSpecial Needs: Types of Developmental Disabilitieshttp://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...Teaching Children with Mild Osteogenesis Imperfectahttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54838.aspxTue, 03 Nov 2009 07:45:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54838AnneVThis article explores some of the teaching options available to you to ensure you offer the highest quality teaching and learning opportunities for children with mild osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). What to teach and how to teach it best! An Introductory Talk Other children in your class will be naturally curious and most likely will want...Managing Osteogenesis Imperfecta in the Classroomhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54676.aspxMon, 02 Nov 2009 04:59:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54676AnneVAs a special educator, you may come across kids with ostegenesis imperfecta (OI) in the classroom. So what is osteogenesis imperfecta?This article will explain the basics about OI, and give you some pointers about how to safely manage the education of kids with OI at school. So What is Osteogenesis Imperfecta? As a special educator,...Physical Symptoms of Down Syndromehttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54349.aspxSat, 31 Oct 2009 06:54:51 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54349aeolsonDown Syndrome, a genetic condition, causes physical abnormalities, such as slanted eyes or flattened facial features. Children with Down syndrome may experience prejudice because people are unsure how to react to these unique abnormalities. These are just some of the common physical features. Down Syndrome and Its Physical Symptoms Many people are ...The "Holiday Blues" for Students with Physical Disabilities: Sandy's Story - Part Ihttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/20111.aspxSat, 26 Sep 2009 22:22:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:20111blcaseybcsyThe weather outside is snowy and windy with gusts circling the school playground at 40mph. School has been closed for the past two days. For Sandy, school closure is a time of the dreaded "Holiday Blues," as he remembers the fun of wheelies in the playground during dodge-ball and peer laughter. Sandy's Story and the "Holiday Blues&#...Tips for Working with Students with Severe Handicapshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/49999.aspxThu, 24 Sep 2009 04:30:23 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:49999anamariaroxStudents with severe handicaps now have equal chances like any other student in the classroom. They can attend public schools, engage in group projects and with the teacher’s support in planning effective instruction, they can have fun in learning just like their peers. Tips for Working with Physically Disabled Students in Wheelchairs Tips fo...Differently Abled: Teaching Second Grade Students about Physical Disabilitieshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48785.aspxSun, 13 Sep 2009 05:28:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48785StephanieTStudents come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities. As more children with disabilities are included in the regular classroom, other students need to understand disabilities and accept people who live with them. Learn about teaching second graders and other students about physical disabilities. Teaching about Disabilities The classroom is an excellen...Dance Your Socks Off!http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48254.aspxSat, 05 Sep 2009 06:58:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48254AnneVThis is a great lesson for teaching creative dance to children with physical disabilities. To make this lesson a winner, you need a strong focus on inclusion, your own creativity as a teacher, and some funky music to get everyone bopping away! Have fun! Why Teach Creative Dance? Creative dance, like swimming , is a fantastic activity to...What Is Hydrocephalus?http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48253.aspxSat, 05 Sep 2009 06:51:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48253AnneVSo what exactly is hydrocephalus, and what do I need to know about it in my work as a special education or mainstream classroom teacher? Are there any special considerations I need to make when teaching a child who has hydrocephalus? This article will begin to answer some of your questions. Hydrocephalus Basics So what is hydrocephalus? Hyd...Providing Social Skills for Students with Physical Disabilitieshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/40895.aspxTue, 30 Jun 2009 16:29:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40895blcaseybcsyFor students dealing with a physical disability can prove exhausting enough during a school day. Whether the physical disability requires assistive technology or wheelchair manipulation or manual manuvering through classrooms and school hallways, social engagment can be daunting and isolating. Social Skills and Interventions in the Classroom Studen...Physical Disabilities - Keeping Children with Down Syndrome Safe in PEhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/32243.aspxTue, 16 Jun 2009 07:11:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:32243AnneVSafety tips for regular PE are important, but did you know there are some safety tips that apply especially for Down Syndrome kids? An important consideration for PE and sport for Down Syndrome kids is atlantoaxial instability - a condition which affects only some children with Down Syndrome. What is Atlantoaxial Instability? Atlantoaxial i...Maximizing the Learning Experience for Students with Physical Disabilitieshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/37195.aspxSun, 31 May 2009 03:51:15 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:37195blcaseybcsyIDEA 2004 provides accommodations and related services for students with physically disabilities. Teachers can use appropriate strategies and resources to maximize the learning environment for students whose physical impairments may impede their best educational efforts in the classroom. Teaching Tips for Students with Physical Disabilities There a...When You Have Students in Wheelchairshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/34754.aspxTue, 12 May 2009 01:26:55 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:34754writermayIt is not enough for schools to have structures or adaptations that accommodate students with physical disabilities. It is crucial for teachers to know how to manage a classroom with students who are in wheelchairs. How? A Unique Situation School adaptations for the physically disabled, such as lower door handles, wider doors, and ramps, are he...Students with Physical Disabilities and IDEA Accommodationshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29875.aspxTue, 24 Mar 2009 05:13:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29875blcaseybcsyIn school communities, students come in a diversity of physical shapes, sizes and physical disabilities. Students with physical disabilities are provided with accommodations and lesson modifications under IDEA 2004. In this article, teachers can find tips to accommodate students with disabilities. Students with Physical Disabilities Under IDEA (Ind...Children with Physical Disabilities and their Special Needshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29291.aspxTue, 17 Mar 2009 04:54:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29291rosyChildren with physical disabilities cover a wide range of disabilities that include orthopedic impaired children, children suffering from neuromuscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary disorder. To meet the special needs of physically disabled children, the environment should be structured accordingly. Helping Children with Physical Disabilities Child...Special Education Services for Physically Disabled Students in Public Schoolshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29178.aspxMon, 16 Mar 2009 05:24:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29178WritingBugPhysically disabled students who enroll in public schools have many services available to them. The special education laws in the United States ensure that the appropriate accommodations will be made for students with physical challenges. Learn more about the specific services that are offered. Overview and Types of Physical Disabilities There are ...Mainstreaming Students With Physical Disabilities into the PE Classroomhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29053.aspxSat, 14 Mar 2009 01:25:17 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29053Margo1971Students with physical disabilities want to participate in PE with their classmates. It is possible with creativity and attention to the students' IEP details. PE teachers can consult with the special education teacher for ideas when mainstreaming students with physical disabilities. Adapt the Activities Students with physical disabilities may ...Teaching Tips for Teachers with Students who have Physical Disabilitieshttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/24251.aspxFri, 30 Jan 2009 07:57:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24251TrixxieStudents with physical disabilities may need special accommodations. The tips explored in this article will help teachers understand the needs of their physically disabled students and how to make the special accommodations needed to make learning the number one goal. Student First, Disability Second As a teacher you should always remember that the...