First of all, you will need to be a qualified teacher. Most educational jurisdictions require additional certification to become special education teachers. However, you really need to understand the nature ... Read More

I receive a number of questions from parents who say their students just barely got through the required tests and therefore don't qualify for an IEP. They're frustrated as their ... Read More

If you're not aware of the 'Homework Controversy', you should be.Here's why: One of our best-known researchers regarding homework is from Duke University and here is what Professor Harris ... Read More

Brainstorming is an extremely effective classroom instructional strategy to tap into previous knowledge from students, encourage a risk-taking environment and set students up for success. Brainstorming is an activity that ... Read More

When struggling readers/writers are learning to spell, read and write, they benefit from seeing the patterns in words. A child that recognizes the word at will soon recognize sat, mat, ... Read More

Educators are often the first to notice this 20% of our student population, however, educators are often missing professional support to help them effectively support students with mental health in ... Read More

Well, a cure you won't necessarily find but 8 steps to help you out with the child who is impulsive will sure get you on the right path. Unfortunately, impulsivity ... Read More

If you want to get back to a great start after the holiday season, let your students set their own academic and behavioral goals. It is not only a great ... Read More

The State of Alaska has one of the highest number of cases of children born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome FAS. Alcohol is Alaska’s #1 health concern and it is having ... Read More