Devoting More Resources to Special Education Services
There is a dire shortage of special education programs and qualified teachers for children with developmental disabilities.
Special Education
Unseen Struggles: The Obstacles to Diagnosing Learning Disabilities in Children
It is not uncommon for a student to struggle with newly learned material. The question we need to ask is when does it become problematic?
How to Be a Good Communication Partner
Here are 5 simple strategies students can use to be more inclusive of classmates with communication disorders.
A Cooperative Approach: SLPs Turn to Classroom Teachers for Support
Collaborating is a major trend in the SLP world, with K–12 general education teachers and speech-language pathologists frequently working together to support their students.
Sign Language Apps
Introduce your students—and yourself—to the world of ASL with the help of these fun and engaging apps.
One Size Does Not Fit All: Financial Literacy for Students with Physical Disabilities
Students with physical disabilities need inclusive and specialized financial literacy training to prepare them to reach financial stability in adulthood.
Breaking the IEP-to-Prison Pipeline
The first steps a student takes after graduation are as critical as graduating itself. While some students have a clearly defined plan and purpose, many others do not.
Accepting My Stutter Made Me a Better Teacher
Stuttering is a hidden disability that affects up to 9% of children, meaning it's likely that many teachers will encounter a student with this speech impediment in their classroom.
Masks and Social Distance: Helping Students with Hearing Loss
As school districts nationwide grapple with re-entry concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic, the most basic needs of some of our most vulnerable children may be overlooked.
Failure to Communicate: Ending School Violence
What can be done when facing violence in the classroom? There is no one right answer. It often depends on the student and their individual needs.