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Jeremy Brown

50 Best Blogs for Special Ed Teachers | Online Universities - 1 views

  • Patrick Black
     
    Several great bloggers on this list - SMD Teacher, TLWMSN, Free resources from the Net, EdTech Change, AT Cubed....to name a few!
Kathleen N

Topmarks Education: teaching resources, interactive resources, worksheets, homework, exam a... - 0 views

  • Kathleen N
     
    Search engine specifically for education

    Topmarks claims that "All of the content on Topmarks is carefully reviewed by qualified teachers and regularly re-checked because of the changing nature of the web."

    via http://paulhami.edublogs.org
Kathleen N

KIDO'Z | Free Resources from the Net for (Special) Education - 0 views

  • Kathleen N
     
    KIDO'Z is a web browser that is described by its developers as a "Kid's Web Environment". Once downloaded and installed, the browser offers a self contained web of games, websites and videos that are accessed wiith large icons. Because KIDO'Z is an Adobe Air application, it will run in Windows, Mac, or Linux.

    KIDO'Z comes with an extensive collection of games, videos, and websites built-in, and these appear to have been selected carefully. The beauty of this browser, however, is that you have the option of completely customizing what is available. The browser is managed by a set of Parental Controls that can be accessed anywhere. KIDO'Z is currently available in 17 languages.
    warning: may have ads
    see Zac Browser for autistic children
Kathleen N

LooseStitch · Free Online Outliner · Create · Invite · Share - 0 views

  • Kathleen N
     
    via Paul Hamilton...Free Resources from the Net for (Special) Education »....
    Loose Stitch is a user-friendly outlining tool that can be used in many ways to support learning. An individual can use it to record and organize researched information. Or, it can be used to help keep track of scheduled events or assigned tasks on a project. As well, Loose Stitch offers convenient ways of sharing recorded information. It has been designed to be used collaboratively by a group of people working together on the same project.

    I especially appreciate the ease with which Loose Stitch outlines can be embedded in wikis or blogs.
Kathleen N

Quest Atlantis - 0 views

  • Kathleen N
     
    This is an outstanding opportunity to bring a high-quality, immersive educational experience to your classroom or school (ages 10-14). From the University of Indiana and supported by the McArthur Foundation, the program is researched based and provides a number of opportunities in curriculum areas. It is also customizable for your specific educational goals.This is 21st Century Learning at it's finest. Participants must complete the professional development to gain entry for their school or class. Check it out!
Kathleen N

Material Educativo - PRATP - 0 views

  • Kathleen N
     
    The following brochures, manuals of computer programs or communication devices with instructions in spanish and others are available in PDF, Text and Audio-MP3. For example:

    What is AT and the Puerto Rico Assistive Technology Program?
    The Assistive Technology Integrated Services Center
    Assistive Technology and Cognitive Challenges
    The Rehabilitation Law, Section 504, and the law of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
    Assistive Technology and Learning Disabilities
    Assistive Technology for Preschoolers
    Assistive Technology for People with Hearing Impairments
    PRATP Information Center
    Summary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
    Augmentative and Alternative aids of Communication
    Assistive Technology for Blind and Low Vision Persons
    Assistive Technology Devices covers by MEDICARE
    Professional Certificate in Assistive Technology
  • Kathleen N
     
    The following brochures, manuals of computer programs or communication devices with instructions in Spanish and others are available in PDF, Text and Audio-MP3. For example:

    What is AT and the Puerto Rico Assistive Technology Program?
    The Assistive Technology Integrated Services Center
    Assistive Technology and Cognitive Challenges
    The Rehabilitation Law, Section 504, and the law of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
    Assistive Technology and Learning Disabilities
    Assistive Technology for Preschoolers
    Assistive Technology for People with Hearing Impairments
    PRATP Information Center
    Summary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
    Augmentative and Alternative aids of Communication
    Assistive Technology for Blind and Low Vision Persons
    Assistive Technology Devices covers by MEDICARE
    Professional Certificate in Assistive Technology
Tero Toivanen

Eide Neurolearning Blog: Famous People with Dyslexia: Dinosaur Hunter Jack Horner - 0 views

  • "I found my first dinosaur bone at the age of eight during a fossil-hunting trip with my father...Kindergarten through eighth grade was extremely difficult for me because my progress in reading, writing, and mathematics was excruciatingly slow. I would never stand to read out loud in class, even if the teachers threatened to give me failing grades...Eventually, I managed to graduate high school, but just barely, having received Ds in all required classes, including English, in which my grade was a D minus, minus, minus. The teacher told me that this was essentially an F, but that he never wanted to see me again. That was indeed the last time I saw him, but I did send him a copy of my first book!
  • There was, however, one area of school besides P.E. in which I excelled: science projects."
Tero Toivanen

Despite Serious Learning Disabilities, Great Falls Teen Fulfills College Dream - washington... - 0 views

  • He had to work hard. He often woke up early to study before school and studied for hours in the evening. He went to summer school and retook tests.
  • On Monday morning, he joined his younger sister, Rachel, on a stage at the Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall and became a graduate of one of the nation's top high schools.
  • Thaller's story is familiar to many students with learning disabilities who must work two or three times harder than their classmates, often with less results.
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  • He repeated kindergarten, then first grade, until he was in the same grade as his younger sister. But he continued to lag far behind his peers. By the time he reached sixth grade, he was still reading on a first- or second-grade level.
  • Low scores on cognitive tests prompted many medical professionals and educators to say it would be impossible for Thaller to ever attend college. Many suggested he pursue a diploma with fewer requirements or transfer to a special school with a less academic focus.
  • A major breakthrough came in middle school. Thaller's mother would read him chapters from the Harry Potter series at night. He was so impatient for her to get to the next chapter that he started reading ahead, pushing himself to understand the vocabulary and follow the story.
  • Tero Toivanen
     
    He had to work hard. He often woke up early to study before school and studied for hours in the evening. He went to summer school and retook tests.
Peggy George

Home Page : SEN Teacher ~ Free teaching resources for Special Needs. - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    SEN Teacher has free worksheets, teaching resources, educational software and links for special needs teachers.
  • Peggy George
     
    This is a fantastic compilation of materials and resources for teaching children with special needs. The links page has tons of great resources and information about many disabilities. Well worth exploring.
  • Peggy George
     
    SEN Teacher provides cost-free teaching & learning resources for students with special needs and learning disabilities.

    All the resources available or listed here are free for use in schools, colleges and at home.
Peggy George

blogging4educators wiki-online blogging course-free - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    If you're interested in exploring blogging with your students, this is a great online course to help you learn all about it.
  • Peggy George
     
    six-week online workshop aims to introduce participants to different ways in which blogging can be integrated into teaching. It will provide hands-on opportunities for educators who are new to blogging to set up and develop their own blogs, as well as to explore the worlds of possibilities provided by different kinds of blogs. By the end of the workshop, participants will have experimented with creating and enhancing blogs, posting and editing entries, inviting members to their blogs, and commenting on one anothers' blogs - using either Blogger or Wordpress platforms. Participants will also have explored blog comment management, template personalization, tagging (labeling) and really simple syndication (RSS).

Peggy George

LD OnLine-resources for parents, teachers, students - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    This is a great website for resources, especially LD and ADHD. Definitely worth bookmarking and subscribing to their free newsletters.
  • Peggy George
     
    world's leading website on learning disability and ADHD-excellent articles, teaching strategies and tools for teachers, parents and students. Companion sites are Reading Rockets, Colorin Colorado and Adolescent Literacy.
Peggy George

Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    There are some great article available on this site as well as materials that can be purchased. I own many of their books and found them really valuable as a principal and university instructor.
  • Peggy George
     
    This site contains fantastic resources for understanding the laws and advocating for special needs students. I have purchased many of their materials and found them really valuable.
Peggy George

Talking SMARTBoards & Much More! - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Excellent blog with links and resources from an experience special education teacher.
  • Peggy George
     
    Fantastic blog maintained by a special education teacher. Lots of great links to resources for integrating technology in special education.
Peggy George

CAST: What is Universal Design for Learning? - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Universal Design for Learning calls for ...

    * Multiple means of representation, to give learners various ways of acquiring information and knowledge,
    * Multiple means of action and expression, to provide learners alternatives for demonstrating what they know,
    * Multiple means of engagement, to tap into learners' interests, offer appropriate challenges, and increase motivation.
  • Peggy George
     
    Another great resource for Universal Design for Learning
Peggy George

DIFFERENTIATION TOOLBOX - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Here's a great toolbox for a variety of strategies for differentiating instruction--assessment, curriculum, teaching strategies and organizers.
  • Peggy George
     
    Excellent resources for implementing differentiated instruction-quiz to assess your knowledge of differentiation, and many tools for managing diferentiated instruction.
Peggy George

SpeEdChange: CSUN 2008/A Toolbelt for a Lifetime - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Learning How to Learn Assistive Technology
    (one of my presentations)
    "Toolbelt Theory" suggests that we must teach our students how to analyze tasks, the task-completion environment, their own skills and capabilities, an appropriate range of available tools… and let them begin to make their own decisions.
  • Peggy George
     
    This is definitely a "must read" blog by Ira Socol. This post discusses the "Toolbelt Theory" but there are tons of other valuable resources and important ideas throughout the blog. It's something you should plan to subscribe to via RSS feed so you will get the latest updates. Includes many technology tips and information about Universal Design.
Peggy George

SpeEdChange - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Excellent special education blog with lots of great links to other resources.
Peggy George

SparkTop.org - 0 views

  • Peggy George
     
    Award-winning site for teachers, parents and kids who are affected by LD--adds value to the learning process for special needs students.
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