New research shows that phonics-based instruction can actually change brain activity in adults with dyslexia, resulting in significant improvements in reading. More in the Science Daily.

If you're not having success with the inclusional students in your classroom and you feel like you're losing control, use this self-diagnostic checklist to see where and how you can ... Read More

The what, how, where, when and why's of using assistive technologies with students with special needs. A free PDF guide.

Curbing inappropriate behaviors requires time, patience and appropriate rewards. The phrase 'catch them doing something great' provides the attention that behavior students benefit from. Here's a list of ideas to ... Read More

If you're really trying to help those struggling readers and language delayed students, you'll want to make the most of your word wall and or word cards. Try some of ... Read More

"Who is protected under Section 504, but not under IDEA? A student with AIDS? A student with ADD? A student with chronic asthma?" What do you think? For and answer from ... Read More

Instructional strategies that inspire and assist will help with the student who isn't motivated. Try some of the tips here if your students aren't motivated.