Special Education
Education news, analysis, and opinion about students with disabilities and those in gifted education.
Special Education: Definition, Statistics, and Trends
What is special education and what do we know about the student special education population and the teachers who educate them?
- Special Education Live Online Discussion A Seat at the Table: The Benefits and Challenges of Special Education: How to Help All Students SucceedSpecial education has a long and troubled history in the United States – only in the last 50 years have students with learning differences had protections under federal laws. And while most students in special
Special Education Florida Changed Rules for Special Education Students. Why Many Say It’s WrongThe new rule contains a more specific definition of what it means to have a “most significant cognitive disability.”
Special Education 6 Ways to Communicate Better With Parents of Students With Learning DifferencesFor students who learn or think differently, a strong network of support is key. Here are 6 tips for bridging the communication gap between families and schools.Special Education Whitepaper 4 Ways to Support Students at Risk for DyslexiaSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Read this white paper: Dyslexia Screening and the Use of Acadience™ Reading and discover four distinct ways educators can improve student...
Special Education New York City Will Phase Out Controversial Gifted and Talented ProgramThe massive change is aimed at addressing racial disparities in the biggest school system in the country.Special Education Whitepaper A Comprehensive Guide to the IEP ProcessSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Download this guide to learn strategies for bringing together all stakeholders to plan an IEP that addresses the whole child; using relia...
Special Education 3 Reasons Why Being a Special Education Teacher Is Even Harder During the PandemicSpecial education teachers were often left to navigate the pandemic on their own, a new survey shows.
Special Education Opinion Inclusive Teachers Must Be 'Asset-Based Believers'Four veteran educators share tips on supporting students with learning differences as they return to classrooms during this pandemic year.
Special Education Opinion 20 Ways to Support Students With Learning Differences This YearEmbed student voices and perspectives into the classroom is one piece of advice educators offer in this third pandemic-affected school year.
Special Education Schools Must Identify Students With Disabilities Despite Pandemic Hurdles, Ed. Dept. SaysGuidance stresses schools' responsibilities to those with disabilities, while noting that federal COVID aid can be used to address backlogs.
Special Education Attention Deficit Rates Skyrocket in High School. Mentoring Could Prevent an Academic FreefallTwice as many students are diagnosed with ADHD in high school as in elementary school, yet their supports are fewer, a study says.
Special Education Opinion Q&A Collections: The Inclusive ClassroomTen years of posts from experienced teachers of students with learning differences.
Special Education Video Making a Difference for Students With Learning Differences 1 on 1Eye to Eye pairs younger students with learning differences with older students with the same challenges to show them they’re not alone.
Special Education Opinion Five Teacher-Recommended Strategies to Support Students With Learning DifferencesFour educators share strategies for supporting students with learning differences, including utilizing "wait time" and relationship building.
Special Education The Pandemic Made It Harder to Spot Students With Disabilities. Now Schools Must Catch UpAfter more than a year of disruption for all students, the pressure's on to find those in need of special education and provide services.
