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ADHD Signs And Symptoms In Adults Vs In Children

26th October 2022

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ADHD is needless to say, a supremely complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects one’s ability to function in various aspects of one’s life such as school, at work and even at home. ADHD can cause visible changes in one’s everyday life the symptoms in children and adults vary and are sometimes difficult to recognize. ...


Written By : Park Jin Ae

                  

Importance Of The Least Restrictive Environment In Special Education?

10th October 2022

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Because of these reasons, the least restrictive environment (LRE) is required so that kids with special talents can have their mental health sound. They can learn social skills, communication skills, motor skills, etc. when they’re around a common mass. A secluded classroom has been no less than the castle of Rapunzel where kids get no exposure to the outside world. ...


Written By : Ruchi Mehta

                  

Why Schools Are Now Using The Discrepancy Model To Help Special Need Kids?

28th September 2022

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The term discrepancy refers to a scenario where a child’s intellectual ability does not match with how she/he is performing academically in school. This model is used by various schools to provide the best classroom experience for young children who are having special gifts. The discrepancy model works by getting an IQ test of children and matching it with the progress they are making in schools. ...


Written By : Victoria Lewis

                  

Grow Your Career In Special Education As An Efficient Special Education Professional

21st September 2022

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Many people begin their careers as special ed teachers by working as teaching assistants or paraprofessionals in various schools. They even teach in some inclusive classrooms. Some educational institutions prefer candidates with a master’s degree who pass an exam and a clean background check to get jobs in their institutions. ...


Written By : Park Jin Ae

                  

Disproportionality in Special Education

29th July 2022

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Disproportionality in special education is very much prevalent. Unfortunately, it is not a matter of surprise that we see disproportionately damaging policies, practices, and outcomes for students with special needs. ...


Written By : Ruchi Mehta

                  

How To Cultivate A Growth Mindset In Your Classroom?

20th July 2022

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For ordinary kids, it is quite possible to install a growth mindset in their minds. Cultivating a growth mindset is quite flexible in their cases as their brain has developed in a very normal way and they can perceive instructions in one go. However, these days the educational system is having an inclusive classroom infrastructure where both ordinary and special students study together. ...


Written By : Victoria Lewis