Understanding differences
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How to Read an IEP: 5 Things Teachers Should Look for
Learn five tips for how to read an IEP as a general education teacher.
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5 Myths About English Language Learners (ELLs) and Special Education
Learn about the myths and misconceptions around services and supports for ELLs. The result will be a…
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The difference between accommodations and modifications
Accommodations and modifications may be part of a child's IEP or 504 plan. Learn how they're differe…
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What Are Learning and Thinking Differences?
Learning and thinking differences are lifelong challenges that impact skills like reading, math, and…
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IEP accommodations during distance learning
Learn what accomomodations can look like during distance learning for students who receive special e…
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How I’m leading remote IEP meetings
Read how one teacher is leading remote IEP meetings during school closures. Learn tips for getting s…
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Learning Disabilities by the Numbers
How many kids get special education services for learning disabilities and ADHD? Explore these and o…
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9 Key Facts About Learning Disabilities and ADHD
Get the facts on learning disabilities and ADHD. Here are nine important facts about LD and attentio…
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6 common myths about learning and thinking differences
Here are six common myths about people who learn and think differently, and the facts to debunk them…
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How to Use Accommodations and Modifications in the Classroom
Learn how to use and keep track of accommodations and modifications for students in your class. Expl…
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Understanding IEPs
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written education plan designed to meet a child’s lea…
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IEP and Special Education Terms
There are lots of terms and acronyms used in the IEP and special education process. Explore this lis…
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For Teachers: What to Expect in an IEP Meeting
Learn IEP meeting tips for general education teachers.
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The difference between IEPs and 504 plans
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans are similar but different. See how they compa…
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Section 504 Fact Sheet
Get basic information about Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in this one-page fact sheet. Print…
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What is a 504 plan?
What is a 504 plan? Get a definition of 504 plans and learn about Section 504 services for students …
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504 Plans: A Guide for Teachers
Learn what a 504 plan is and what your responsibilities are as a general education teacher.
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ADA Fact Sheet
Get basic information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in this one-page fact sheet. Prin…
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IDEA Fact Sheet
Get basic information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in this one-page …
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Bullying Fact Sheet
Get the facts on bullying. This fact sheet includes bullying statistics about kids who learn and thi…
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Dyslexia Fact Sheet
This one-page dyslexia fact sheet for beginners includes basic information on dyslexia and how to he…
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What is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a learning disability in reading. Get a definition of dyslexia and learn about the dysle…
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A Day in the Life of a Child With Dyslexia
What’s it like to have dyslexia? See a day in the life of a kid with dyslexia to get a sense of the …
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Classroom accommodations for dyslexia
What types of accommodations can help students with dyslexia? Here are some classroom accommodations…
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ADHD Fact Sheet
Get fast facts about ADHD. This one-page sheet of ADHD facts can help you better understand this com…
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What Is ADHD?
What is ADHD? Use this ADHD guide to understand attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and how peo…
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A Day in the Life of a Child With ADHD
What’s it like to have ADHD? See a typical day in the life of a child with the most common type of A…
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Classroom accommodations for ADHD
What types of accommodations can help students with ADD and ADHD? Here are some classroom accommodat…
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What is dyscalculia?
Dyscalculia is a math learning disability that makes it hard to make sense of and work with numbers.…
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A Day in the Life of a Teen With Dyscalculia
What’s it like to have dyscalculia? Get a glimpse at how dyscalculia, or a math learning disability,…
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Classroom Accommodations for Dyscalculia
What types of accommodations can help students with dyscalculia? Here are dyscalculia accommodations…
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What Is Executive Function?
Executive functioning: What is it? Learn about executive function disorder and what executive functi…
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A Day in the Life of a Child With Executive Functioning Issues
What’s it like to struggle with executive function, or executive dysfunction? See how problems with …
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Classroom Accommodations for Executive Functioning Issues
What types of accommodations can help students with executive functioning issues? Explore these exec…
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Welcome to the Educators Program
Learn how we equip educators with the tools and resources to shape the classroom for difference.