School-Wide PBIS & Teachers Who Bully
One reason, I suspect, is that people are so focused
Diencephalic-mesencephalic junction dysplasia: a novel recessive brain malformation
1 Department of Clinical Genetics, Division of Human Genetics and
“We Want Respect”: Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Address Respect in Research
Abstract Respect is central to ethical guidelines for research. The
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology ( FAAST)
About FAAST Our Mission is to improve the quality of life
Why Would We Want Inclusive Education?
Why would we separate, segregate and alienate children from one another while at the same time teach them to look after the world around them, respect differences and take a stand at injustice?
Hydrocephalus Research Conference Highlights
By Paul Gross, Chairman of the HA Board of Directors
New Law Increases Safety for People with Developmental Disabilities Traveling on School Buses
Trenton, NJ – Taking another important step in the Christie
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Council is in the process of completing our annual
Bullying Prevention State Laws
This new brief focuses on bullying prevention legislation. To date,
New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
The New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council is a
Amy Sequenzia: “Just Me”
Amy Sequenzia writes about rejecting society's many labels. Perceptions such as “super spectacular” autistic and “low-functioning” are equally harmful .
Leaders@ED: Alexa Posny, Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
Alexa Posny has had 23 jobs. While she never envisioned
Inclusive Educational Practices for Students with Special Needs
Studies have shown when kids with disabilities are educated in inclusive settings, the classrooms are better for all of the students.
A Letter to Parents of Children with Special Needs
I hope you have an enjoyable and relaxing summer with
Introducing Ollibean Think Tank Member Nicole Eredics
We are very proud to introduce Ollibean Think Tank member, Nicole
Special-Ed Students at Greater Risk of Bullying, Being Bullied: Study
TUESDAY, July 3 (HealthDay News) -- Students with visible disabilities
Jedd Hafer of Love and Logic ® answers your parenting questions
We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Jedd Hafer, of Love & Logic® and asked him some of our questions. Jed's one of those people that you start talking to and feel like you've known him forever.
Introducing Ollibean Change Leaders
Introducing Ollibean Change Leaders - comprised of the most innovative,
Magnets in iPad2 May Alter Settings on Brain Shunt Devices: Study
TUESDAY, June 26 (HealthDay News) -- Magnets embedded in the
National Council on Disability (NCD) Honors Life of Justin Dart
Listen to the heart of this old soldier. As with
Christine Ashby appointed director of School of Education’s Institute on Communication and Inclusion
School of Education Dean Douglas Biklen has announced the appointment
U.S. Department of Education Announces New Awards in Technology and Media Services
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs
Everything’s fine, he’s doing great and other half-truths
Writing about Sebastien and the Setins for One Day without Starbucks
Top 3 FAQs About Inclusive Education
Parents naturally want what is best for their child, particularly
Stop IDEA Funding Cuts!
There could be some big changes awaiting you during the
Thirty national disability organizations blast “Deadly Consequences” segment of the Dr. Phil show
“This segment was such a horrific assault on people with
Carnivores, Carnitine Metabolism, & Autism
It is currently being postulated that the carnitine deficiency is linked to autism and in certain cases carnitine supplements may help.
Science-Based Decision-Making in Special Ed
Last month, I wrote an article for Special Education Advisor,
Jackson, Miss., schools to no longer handcuff students
JACKSON, Mississippi (AP) — Public schools in Jackson, Mississippi, will
Videos games as therapy?
Video games may not be as bad for us as our mothers told us. The latest foray into the virtual realm stems from the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, citing that targeted rehabilitation of patients with Cerebral Palsy can be achieved through the use of active video games (Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360 Kinect, Playstation Move, etc.).
Are charter schools bad at special ed?
Critics say public charter schools have an unfair advantage over
Helping Special Education Students, and Paying With His Career
There was no particular moment when Harris Lirtzman decided to