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Portfolios For Preschool Special Needs Students
Teachers who keep portfolios hold a valuable collection of information about their preschool special needs students. They can pull up documentation whenever needed to share with parents, special education personnel, or other professionals. Here are some ideas for what to include in a portfolio.

Published by gabbi525 (17,107 pts ) on Oct 21, 2009 to
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Teaching Students with Mental Retardation
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' learning experiences.

Published by Bonnie (860 pts ) on May 22, 2009 to
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Creativity and Special Needs Students
Diverse form of creativity is expressed knowingly or unknowingly by special needs students. Creativity must be identified and nurtured to help students magnify their creative potential. Identification of their creative potentials can help in encouraging students to make better leaps in learning.

Published by rosy (3,036 pts ) on Feb 13, 2009 to
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Art Expression for Special Needs Students
Art projects provide a good way for special needs students to express themselves. Teachers should let them know there's no wrong way to "do" art, helping them to experience the joy of creating.

Published by NikkiM (87 pts ) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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Junk Foods Cause Hyperactivity in Special Needs Students
Junk foods provide very few nutrients and expand waistlines, but did you know they also impair learning? Sugar and food additives make it difficult for special needs students to pay attention in class and may even contribute to problem behavior.

Published by NikkiM (87 pts ) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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The SAT and ACT Accommodations
If your child is going to take the SAT or ACT, accommodations are possible for children with special needs. Arrangements can include additional time, an alternate testing environment, and alternative ways to provide answers.

Published by Pauline H. Gill (1,364 pts ) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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Teaching Students with Special Needs: Defining Students in the Classroom-Part II
Gina and Anne are 9th grade LA (Language Arts) teachers who have different attitudes towards the inclusion of students with special needs in their classrooms. In order to teach students with special needs, teachers must understand that they have defining characteristics that may impact learning.

Published by Barbara (10,823 pts ) on Jan 2, 2009 to
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