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Jerry's Special Education Blog June 2005 Archive

By Jerry Webster, About.com Guide to Special Education

Wednesday June 29, 2005
CEC's provides you with a comparison of the Proposed 2004 IDEA regulations by comparing the language presented in the law, language in the regulations, and comments on selected provisions ... Read More

IDEA: Public Meetings

Saturday June 25, 2005
The Department of Education will be holding 7 public meetings regarding the proposed changes to IDEA 2004. Suggestions and comments from the public is welcome. Meetings will be taking place ... Read More

ADHD: Secret to Boosting Reading Scores

Wednesday June 22, 2005
Sixth-graders who played the interactive video game Dance Dance Revolution in twice-a-week, 25-minute sessions for up to 12 weeks improved their reading ability, according to a study. Read more about ... Read More

Reading Checklist

Saturday June 18, 2005
Wondering where your readers should be at 5-7 years? Here's a checklist to determine if the student is at level or has the potential to be dyslexic or learning disabld.

IDEA: Proposed Regulations

Tuesday June 14, 2005
The proposed regulations to implement IDEA are now available to the public online. Read the 'unofficial' document which will be published in the federal register within a few days.

Classroom Environment

Sunday June 12, 2005
Setting up your classroom is key for Dyslexic and Learning Disabled students. Here's a list of the 'best of the best' gathered from successful teacher practice. A must have for ... Read More

Special Education Professions

Saturday June 4, 2005
The National Clearinghouse for Professions in Special Education posts valuable information about career choices in special education. Find out if a career in special education is for you. More information.

Nominate a Colleague

Wednesday June 1, 2005
"Outstanding Young Educator Award" Do you know of a teacher that should be nominated? Act now. More information here.

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