October 2, 2023
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For many students, getting an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is the first step to changing their learning experience. The process begins when a teacher or family member refers the student to be evaluated for special education services. From there, the … Continue reading
September 4, 2023
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An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a tool teachers, students and families use to meet the personal learning needs of a student with disabilities and create more inclusive classrooms. The plan has four components: goals and objectives, program statement, present … Continue reading
August 21, 2023
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A special education teacher often works with at least one paraprofessional in delivering academic instructions, behavioral and social support. When teachers and paraprofessionals effectively work together, students with disabilities and their families benefit greatly. For example, Brock and Carter (2017) … Continue reading
August 7, 2023
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In short: yes! In a recently published article, several CSDE researchers took a participatory approach to studying this topic with seven young adults with self-identified disabilities. Using a series of audio diaries, group interviews, and individual interviews, researchers worked with … Continue reading
July 10, 2023
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Community-Based Vocational Instruction (CBVI) programs in schools provide students with opportunities to explore their career interests through sampling a variety of paid and unpaid jobs. In these roles, students develop skills related to their future jobs and gain insight into … Continue reading
June 12, 2023
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With a return to in-person learning, the impact of COVID closures on students’ academic and behavioral functioning became starkly apparent. Schools saw many of their students falling below grade and age-level benchmarks. The already-challenging circumstances of remote schooling were exacerbated … Continue reading
March 20, 2023
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Last summer, the CSDE collaborated with Special Olympics Texas to evaluate the Unified UIL Track and Field program, an inclusive sports team where players with and without disabilities practice and compete together. From 115 interviews with players, coaches, and school … Continue reading
February 20, 2023
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Although school psychologists are traditionally associated with special education eligibility, their role has expanded in recent decades to encompass a broad range of services that “help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.” School psychologists provide services across … Continue reading
January 23, 2023
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Do you work with kids with disabilities or interact with them on a regular basis? Maybe you are a special education teacher or a camp counselor. Maybe you are the parent of a Gen Z or Gen Alpha adolescent with … Continue reading
December 12, 2022
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As growing social awareness of the systemic injustices perpetuated by our rhetoric prompt changes in discourse and terminology, the way we discuss disability is changing. Following reflections on language’s power in shaping our perceptions, there are many words in the … Continue reading