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You can work in special ed for years at a stretch and still have days when you leave the classroom thinking, “Well, I hadn't seen that before." Maybe a student responds to an activity differently, a parent shares information that entirely…
The student is well aware of what needs to be done. They're comfortable with the materials. The task hasn't been altered either. So why are they…
You've likely experienced that instance when you finish a reading group, help a student transition to their next activity, answer a query from a…
Some kids may be able to read a word aloud but still not understand what it really means. Others may learn a new word during Monday's class, answer a…
A special education paraprofessional can be a vital person in your classroom. They might be helping a student transition from one activity to…
"Close your math folder and put it away." "No!" Within seconds, instruction has stopped, the classmates are all watching, and something that began as…
Your outfit can help you during the School Day... or make it much harder. Imagine this: You begin your day leading circle time and spend the next…
If you walk into any special education classroom, you will quickly see something interesting. One student calms down immediately once he hears a…
Preparing students for adult life is about far more than teaching academic content. Many students who receive special education services also require…
Think about a student who can properly retell every tiny detail of a story you just read to her, yet becomes totally blank when asked to read the…
If you've worked in special education for any length of time, you've likely encountered phrases that sound convincing but aren't necessarily…
A typical math lesson is moving along smoothly when a student suddenly knocks books and pencils onto the floor. A few minutes later, another student…
