http://www.brighthub.com/education/special.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/25691.aspxSun, 22 Nov 2009 01:06:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25691writermayNot all gifted children can demonstrate high academic performance. This is because these special children have learning disabilities. How can a teacher identify them? Keep reading to learn more.... The Dilemma of Identifying Giftedness The dilemma of identifying giftedness lies in the fact that a disability is more noticeable and apparent than ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/25690.aspxSun, 22 Nov 2009 00:59:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25690writermayDyslexia is a common learning disability, but it is not easily diagnosed. There is no single test that would identify dyslexic children. A combination of tests is needed. Read on to understand the different types of assessments for testing students with dyslexia. A Multi-Approach to Diagnosis Diagnosis is the single most important test before treat...http://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/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/55603.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 23:04:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55603jenniferterryTeaching money is an abstract concept that has many "what ifs" to the task. Teaching these concepts to students with disabilities can be hard to do. They need a lot of reinforcement and modified lesson plans. This is a resource to create a study guide to teach children about money. Make the Lesson Functional: Learning Money Skills Teach...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/54571.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 02:14:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54571blcaseybcsyThere are lists of terms and acronyms that define special education programs. In this article, the list will be demystified for frequently used words that can make the difference in providing services and effective instruction for students, teachers and parents. IDEA Terms and Acronyms Defined In the legal mandates of IDEA, there are a list of term...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53667.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 06:55:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53667WritingBugParents of children who qualify for special education services in school should have a solid understanding of their legal rights. Occasionally, parents will need to exercise these rights if mandated procedures are not followed. Here is a summary of the special education legal rights for parents. Why Parents Should Know Their Special Education Legal...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/53381.aspxSat, 24 Oct 2009 21:32:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53381justkat73Use these suggestions for special needs art lesson plans to help your students learn how to express themselves freely in a creative manner. These lesson plans will have your students looking forward to art class every time! Lesson Plan Suggestions These special needs art lesson plans were created to teach students about some different mediums o...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/49705.aspxTue, 22 Sep 2009 04:12:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:49705writermayThe special needs of a child in various developmental areas can be assessed using the Battelle Developmental Inventory. Know more about this testing instrument by reading the article below. Introduction Developmental milestones are tasks, abilities, and functional skills that a child should be able to demonstrate within a specific age-range.These m...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/13496.aspxWed, 16 Sep 2009 08:19:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13496writermayIdentifying a student as one with special needs should not be done lightly. But identification should be done as early as possible so that proper interventions can be given. Fortunately, there are several assessment instruments that are used in the field of special education. The Purpose of Assessment Instruments The identification of children with...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/13498.aspxWed, 16 Sep 2009 08:15:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13498writermayDoes your child have problems developing gross motor skills? These gross motor dysfunctions of gross motor skills may indicate serious health and developmental problems and learning disabilities. Gross versus Fine First, it is important to know the difference between gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Gross motor skills refer to the indi...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/13499.aspxWed, 16 Sep 2009 08:12:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13499writermayDoes your toddler have special needs? Early diagnosis of problems in developmental motor skills is crucial for helping children with special needs. One of the most popular assessment tools is the Peabody Developmental Motor Scale. Is it reliable and sufficiently responsive? A background about the test After more than ten years of extensive ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48839.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 04:22:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48839anamariaroxThis article contains special education teaching tips for first year teachers. The new school year is about to start and as a new teacher you are searching for teaching tools and tips to help students with special needs in your classroom. You understand that teaching tips are crucial, so read on... Teaching Tools and Tips for First Year Teachers Be...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/46159.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 17:58:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:46159writermaySome school-related factors contribute to the significant number of gifted and exceptional students that fall behind and eventually drop out. Find out some of the problems gifted children face in school that can cause them to fail. Problems of the Gifted Child in School Gifted students who fall behind don't have inspiring experiences in school. In ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/12355.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 17:32:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12355tutor1235Specialized teaching techniques and programs offer hope for students with reading disabilities. Educate yourself about options in remedial reading for students of all ages and find effective strategies for struggling readers in your classroom. Alternative Reading Strategies for Reading Disabilities Students who struggle with reading often have more...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/13495.aspxSun, 16 Aug 2009 06:54:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13495writermayThe school counselor suggested that the special child must undergo the Peabody Picture Vocabulary test. Is this the most appropriate test to assess the child’s verbal intelligence? Find out. A Background on the Test The Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test or the PPVT was first launched in 1959 by two pioneers in the field of special education...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/44513.aspxMon, 03 Aug 2009 08:21:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44513barbarasmithChildren with or without disabilities can benefit from adapted scissors skills and creative teaching strategies when learning to use scissors. In this article read on to learn more about graded cutting activities that promote success for students in your classroom. Adaptations to Teach Correct Scissors Grasp - Readiness Skills Many pre-school aged ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/13506.aspxMon, 27 Jul 2009 20:14:04 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13506writermayPsychologists have found that the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale is an effective assessment tool for identifying various special needs of children. It is usually administered in clinical settings, but today teachers can utilize the third edition. What is the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale? The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale or VABS is one...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/42331.aspxThu, 16 Jul 2009 17:53:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:42331writermayThe 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 the VABS that can be utilized to assess the development of infants and toddlers. VABS for the Youngest Children The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (VABS) for infants and toddlers is called the Vine...http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/42216.aspxWed, 15 Jul 2009 18:00:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:42216WritingBugSpecial education students need support at home and at school, and this process is made much easier through positive teacher-parent relationships. Open communication between teachers and parents is very important for a child's well-being. Learn more about some parent-teacher communication ideas. Benefits of Consistent Teacher/Parent Communi...