Jun 28, 2014 | Educators, Parents and Families
I went to a great conference today. It was riveting, and I was hooked on pretty much every word. Then I got home and collapsed on the sofa. I’m not just tired, I’m shattered. I’ve had to turn my ears off to rest in silence and my eyes are...
Jun 28, 2014 | Educators, Parents and Families
In this article, you will find a brief overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Public Laws Regarding Special Education
Jun 28, 2014 | Educators, Parents and Families
Have you ever wondered how your child’s classroom environment affects the ability to be a part of classroom discussions? When students to not have full access to information, they can easily fall behind. Whether children use an oral approach or utilize a sign...
Jun 28, 2014 | Educators, Parents and Families
What constitutes a quality language program for deaf and hard of hearing children is a broad topic and for the sake of brevity we will limit the discussion here to 4 key components: Assessment, Qualified Instructors, Language Planning, and Parental Involvement. As...
Jun 28, 2014 | Parents and Families
When a party objects to the adequacy of the education provided, the construction of the IEP, or some related matter, IDEA provides procedural recourse: It requires that a State provide “[a]n opportunity for any party to present a complaint . . . with respect to any...
