Category: Transition & SPED

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What Is UDL’s Role in Special Education?

10/25/2023

Discover how UDL (Universal Design for Learning) transforms special education with flexible strategies that boost access, engagement and outcomes for students.

Social Emotional Learning Grants 2026

10/21/2023

Ever wondered whether cognitive intelligence or emotional intelligence is more important? Dive into our detailed analysis and discover which one truly leads to success...

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How Close Are We to Solving the Sky-High Special Education Teacher Turnover Rate?

10/20/2023

Special education teacher turnover fuels nationwide shortages—explore causes like role overload, burnout, and 10 actionable strategies to improve retention.

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Is IEP Training Required for Teachers?

10/19/2023

Explore whether IEP training is required for teachers: legal mandates, state variations, and practical benefits to improve special education outcomes.

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Developing Social Emotional IEP Goals: Your Guide with Examples

10/18/2023

Guide for educators to write SMART Social Emotional IEP goals that help students with special needs build resilience, empathy, communication, and self-awareness.

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6 Transition Activities for Better Student Outcomes

09/07/2023

Engaging transition activities for special education: practical, age-appropriate classroom tools to build nonacademic skills, self-determination, and career readiness.

5 Icebreaker Activities for Teens That Aren’t Boring

06/27/2022

Engaging icebreaker activities for teens that high school teachers can use to build rapport, boost class camaraderie, and fill short gaps with meaningful connection.

10 Ways to Tackle Media Literacy With Your Students

06/25/2022

Empower students with practical media literacy strategies for educators: classroom lessons, fact-checking, social media analysis, and family outreach.

OSEP Puts Emphasis on Indicator 14: What It Means for Students with Disabilities

04/15/2022

OSEP's emphasis on Indicator 14 spotlights declining post-school outcomes and the urgent need for effective transition and job readiness for students with disabilities.