Special Education
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A Guide to Special Education Terms
The number of students in special education has increased steadily in the last four decades. Here are some of the common terms used.
Special Education How Trump's Policies Are Already Upending Special EducationThe special ed. field is watching anxiously as the administration cuts grants and research contracts while threatening further disruption.
Special Education Opinion RFK Jr. Is the Last Person Who Should Be in Charge of Special EducationHere’s why President Trump’s recent announcement sent a chill down the spines of autistic individuals like me.Special Education Spotlight Spotlight on Neurodiversity in K12: Supporting Every Learner's SuccessThis Spotlight will help you explore effective strategies for supporting neurodiverse students, fostering inclusive environments, and more.
Special Education Why Trump's Move to Shift Special Ed. to HHS Is Rattling EducatorsCurrent and former staffers are wary of vague plans to move special education out of the Education Department.
Special Education How Schools Make Up for the Feds' Unfulfilled Special Ed. Funding CommitmentCongress has never met a 50-year-old funding commitment it made for special education services.
Special Education What Educators Need to Know About Dyslexia—and Why It's Not Something to 'Fix'Curing dyslexia isn't an option, say experts. But with today's resources, there's a lot of reason for optimism.Special Education Webinar Don’t Count Them Out: Dyscalculia Support from PreK-CareerSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Join Dr. Elliott and Dr. Wall as they empower educators to support students with dyscalculia to envision successful careers and leadership roles.
Special Education Biden Administration Scraps Medicaid Change for Special Ed. ServicesThe proposal aimed to streamline how schools bill Medicaid for the mental health and medical services they provide to students.
Special Education Schools Lag in IDing Kids Who Need Special Education. Are They Catching Up?Schools in one state are making progress addressing a pandemic-fueled backlog of special education identifications.
Special Education 3 Things Every Teacher Should Know About Learning DifferencesA researcher, a teacher, and a student all weigh in: What do you wish all teachers knew about students with learning differences?
Special Education How Special Education Might Change Under Trump: 5 TakeawaysLess funding and more administrative chaos could be on the horizon—but basic building blocks like IDEA appear likely to remain.
Special Education How Trump's Policies Could Affect Special EducationThe new administration's stance on special education isn't yet clear—but efforts to revamp federal policy could have ripple effects.
Special Education The Essential Skill Students With Learning Differences NeedSchools must teach students with learning differences how to communicate about their needs.
Special Education A Guide to Bringing Neurodiverse Learners Into the FoldThree tips for teachers and principals to accommodate learning differences.Special Education K-12 Essentials Forum Understanding Learning DifferencesJoin this free virtual event for insights that will help educators better understand and support students with learning differences.
