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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="http://www.brighthub.comhttp://www.brighthub.com/utility/FeedStylesheets/rss.xsl" media="screen"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"><channel><title>Special Education</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special.aspx</link><description /><dc:language>en</dc:language><item><title>ADHD: Teaching Tips</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55959.aspx</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:18:09 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55959</guid><dc:creator>rojarose</dc:creator><description>In 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...</description></item><item><title>Working with Gifted Children with a Learning Disability</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/55620.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:27:21 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55620</guid><dc:creator>rojarose</dc:creator><description>The 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...</description></item><item><title>Classroom Tips to Teaching Students with Autism</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/21132.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:21:16 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21132</guid><dc:creator>justkat73</dc:creator><description>Classroom behavior that contributes to off-task behavior for students with autism can be effectively managed if a few simple concepts are used on a regular basis in the classroom. This article offers tips on increasing positive behavior based on how autistic children respond to outside influences. Teaching Tips for Autism in the Classroom If you ha...</description></item><item><title>Special Instruction: Teaching Strategies for the Physically Disabled</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/51778.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 07:18:17 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51778</guid><dc:creator>StephanieT</dc:creator><description>Students with physical disabilities are now taught in inclusive classrooms with their peers. Educating them can require classroom modifications and different methods of teaching. Read below to learn teaching strategies for creating an effective learning environment for physically disabled students. Students with Physical Disabilities Physical disab...</description></item><item><title>Special Education Teaching Tips for First Year Teachers</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48839.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:22:34 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48839</guid><dc:creator>anamariarox</dc:creator><description>This 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...</description></item><item><title>Differently Abled: Teaching Second Grade Students about Physical Disabilities</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/48785.aspx</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:28:32 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:48785</guid><dc:creator>StephanieT</dc:creator><description>Students 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...</description></item><item><title>The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (VABS) for Infants and Toddlers</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/42331.aspx</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:53:54 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:42331</guid><dc:creator>writermay</dc:creator><description>The 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...</description></item><item><title>Strategies for Teaching Students Deficient in Oral Comprehension</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/40113.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 04:57:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40113</guid><dc:creator>rosy</dc:creator><description>It is an arduous task for a teacher to teach students to participate in classroom discussions. Students lacking in oral comprehension fail to show expected educational outcomes. Some strategies to teach students deficient in oral comprehension are given here in this article. Tips for Teaching Oral Comprehension Some students are deficient in oral c...</description></item><item><title>Strategies for Teaching Concept of Time to Special Needs Children</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/39610.aspx</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 05:09:47 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:39610</guid><dc:creator>rosy</dc:creator><description>It is a challenge for special education teachers to teach the concept of time to special needs children. Some strategies that teachers can try in teaching the concept of time to special needs children are given here in this article. Tips for Teachers&amp;#58; Teaching Concept of Time Special needs children may find it difficult to understand the concep...</description></item><item><title>Teaching Students with Mental Retardation</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/35921.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 08:16:06 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:35921</guid><dc:creator>BLynn</dc:creator><description>Children come in all shapes and sizes. Their personalities, needs, and learning styles all vary. Students with mental retardation have a variety of different needs. This article offers 5 tips to help a teacher of students with mental retardation make the most of the students&amp;#39; learning experiences. Students with Mental Retardation Children come ...</description></item><item><title>Collaborative Learning Tips in Inclusive Classrooms</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/31777.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 02:37:10 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31777</guid><dc:creator>SheilaAnnCoggins</dc:creator><description>Collaborative learning is known to have positive effects on students - with or without special needs. This article covers some useful tips for teachers who wish to use collaborative learning in their inclusive classrooms. Using Collaborative Learning in Inclusive Classrooms Collaborative learning is an approach whereby students are encouraged to in...</description></item><item><title>Teaching Tips for Children with Down's Syndrome</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29680.aspx</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:21:36 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29680</guid><dc:creator>Trixxie</dc:creator><description>Children with Down&amp;#39;s Syndrome will need special accommodations and curriculum modifications in the classroom. By incorporating their IEP expectations into accessible learning designs, teachers can provide teaching tips for Down&amp;#39;s Syndrome children in their classrooms and tips for use at home. Children with Down&amp;#39;s Syndrome Children with ...</description></item><item><title>Teaching Hearing Impaired Children</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/28616.aspx</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 03:24:39 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:28616</guid><dc:creator>rosy</dc:creator><description>A teacher should make adjustments in the classroom to accommodate children with hearing loss and to build up their knowledge step by step. In the classroom a teacher should use the following instructional tips for successful teaching of hearing impaired children. Teaching Tips Education of hearing impaired children should be based on his/her IEP (I...</description></item><item><title>Special Education: Teaching Beyond the Diagnosis</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/22414.aspx</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:57:33 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22414</guid><dc:creator>Kristy</dc:creator><description>Special Education teachers are often burdened with a heavy work load and not enough resources to be educated on each student&amp;#39;s disability.The majority of these students are not learning to their full potential. There are several ways that teachers can become educated and teach beyond the diagnosis. The Problem Special Education teachers are oft...</description></item><item><title>Tips for Teaching Students who are Visually Impaired</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/24475.aspx</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:12:53 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24475</guid><dc:creator>Trixxie</dc:creator><description>There are many simple tips to help teachers make their classrooms easier to use for visually impaired students. The tips contained in this article will help teachers to make small changes in their classrooms to assist their visually impaired students towards academic success. Educate Yourself on Visual Impairments Visual impairments in children can...</description></item><item><title>Teaching Tips for Teachers with Students who have Physical Disabilities</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/24251.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:57:34 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24251</guid><dc:creator>Trixxie</dc:creator><description>Students 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...</description></item><item><title>Dealing With Tantrums in the Classroom</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/23461.aspx</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 10:02:55 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:23461</guid><dc:creator>qualitywriternmore</dc:creator><description>Classroom management is a touchy topic for many. Insight on how to handle tantrums effectively in the classroom is important for students. When to involve the parent and address your concern when it can&amp;#39;t be handle otherwise and find a way to overall improve behavior in the classroom is vital. Having a Tantrum When Classroom Management Is Diffi...</description></item><item><title>Art in Special Education – Ten Tips for Success</title><link>http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/8574.aspx</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 19:33:11 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:8574</guid><dc:creator>AnneV</dc:creator><description>Art is a fabulous subject to share with special needs learners. It is a vehicle for developing literacy, numeracy, communication, creativity, higher order thinking and social abilities in a positive and enjoyable setting. Give art a go with your special needs learners, who may have a hidden talent. Art activities in special education There are many...</description></item></channel></rss>