Worthington City Schools
From Survive to Thrive: What Great Substitute Teachers Do Differently
Thinking about signing up as a substitute teacher? Subbing is not for the faint of heart but with the help of the thoughtful advice in a detailed guide, you can develop the skills you need to be a great, professional substitute teacher.
College Board
AP® Psychology Cognition and Language
I can remember what happened five years ago, but I can't recall what I did last week! High school psychology students analyze how memory, cognition, and language impact one another. Hands-on activities, memory exercises, and research...
American Institutes for Research
Cri: Truth in Labeling: Disproportionality in Special Education
This 2007 educators' guide provides information on disproportionality. The guide disccuses: (1) the definition of disproportionality, (2) issues that contribute to disproportionality, (3) implications for students, schools, and...
Other
Project Ideal: The Special Education Referral Process
This resource provides an overview to the "Special Education Process" so that the learner may understand the global procedures for providing a student with disabilities a free and appropriate education.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Recommendations for Using Khan Academy With Students in Special Education
This article provides recommendations for using Khan Academy with students in special education.
Other
Project Ideal: The Special Education Referral Process
This resource provides an overview to the "Special Education Process" so that the learner may understand the global procedures for providing a student with disabilities a free and appropriate education.
Other
National Association of Special Education Teachers: Discipline of Students in Special Education
From this introductory page of a monthly series of nine articles about IDEA's requirements in specific disciplinary areas relating to students with special needs. While these brief introductions provide some information, membership is...
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Understanding the Special Education Process
This overview from the PACER Center walks parents through each step of the special education process, describing what happens from the time a child is referred for evaluation through the development of an individualized education program...
US Department of Education
U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Education has compiled a list of links for parents of children with special needs. Topics include organizations, guides to IEPs, parent training, and much more.
US Department of Education
U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: A Guide to the Iep
A child is guaranteed an education that is tailored to meet their needs. The IEP is the cornerstone of this education for students with special needs. Learn about the IEP and what is required on this comprehensive site.
Other
Assessment Products for Special Education
Let's Go Learn, Inc. provides research-based and expert-developed diagnostic testing and instruction programs to improve student performance in reading. The products for students with special needs include reading assessments and...
Other
Teachers First: Special Education
This site provides teachers and other education professionals with information and resources about teaching students with disabilities. Some links are about good teaching practices while other provide information about specific...
US Department of Education
U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: A Guide to the Iep
A child is guaranteed an education that is tailored to meet their needs. The IEP is the cornerstone of this education for students with special needs. Learn about the IEP and what is required on this comprehensive site.
Other
Overview of Discipline Procedures for Students Receiving Special Education Services [Pdf]
This flowchart provides a guideline for the steps to be taken when school officials deem that disciplinary removal is necessary for a special education student. From the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Other
Cerebral Palsy Source: Cerebral Palsy and Education
From a site full of resources and educational information on Cerebral Palsy, this article and linked articles provide necessary and important information for teachers of students with Cerebral Palsy. This page includes introductions to...
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota: Paraprofessionals in Inclusive Education Programs
Well-documented abstract addresses the role of the paraprofessional in special education. Such topics as the ways in which special educators support paraprofessionals, the ways in which paraprofessionals can be recruited, and the impact...
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota: Paraprofessionals in Inclusive Education Programs
Well-documented abstract addresses the role of the paraprofessional in special education. Such topics as the ways in which special educators support paraprofessionals, the ways in which paraprofessionals can be recruited, and the impact...
LD Online
Ld Online: English Language Learners With Special Needs
This site provides a synopsis of educating ELL students who are struggling in school, and identifying learning disabilities in this population of students. Included are strategies for avoiding misidentification and implementing early...
Other
Legal Guide for Immigrants: Education for Non Citizens
Comprehensive, easy-to-understand explanation in English and Spanish of basic education rights of residents of the United States. Though the site caters to immigrants to Maine, most of the information here applies to residents anywhere...
Other
Carl Sandburg Hs: College Planning & Special Ed Issues
Are you interested in learning about special education issues in college planning? This guidance site has developed an extensive list of resources related to special education issues.
LD Online
Ld Online: Writing Individualized Educational Programs for Success
A very thorough article on the process of developing useful and legally correct IEPs. Author identifies a better approach that focuses only on the special needs of the child and how those needs are to be addressed.
LD Online
Ld Online: Dev. Legally Correct and Educationally Appropriate Ie Ps
Abstract on IEPs discusses the relationship between the IEP and public education, the new requirements from the IDEA, hearings and cases on IEPs, and guidelines to developing legally correct IEPs.
SEN Teacher
Sen Teacher: Free Special Needs Teaching Resources
This site provides educators with the ability to create their own worksheet printables to enhance the educational experiences of students with a wide range of learning abilities. Also, find a collection of links, educational software...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What Does an Education Resource Specialist Do?
Learn about the typical responsibilities, work schedule and compensation of an education resource specialist (also known as a special education teacher).