Special Ed. Identification
English Learners
English Learners With Disabilities: The Rules 69传媒 Have to Follow
69传媒 can't force English learners with disabilities to choose between special ed. and language instruction鈥攁nd other tips from OCR.
Special Education
'Handcuffed and Pushed Out': How 69传媒 Fail Some 69传媒 With Disabilities
What can happen to students and schools when disabilities are over- and under-identified in children.
Equity & Diversity
69传媒 Fell Behind During the Pandemic. Who Stayed Behind?
Not enough students are receiving the support they need, and there's a disproportionate toll on the most vulnerable students.
Special Education
How a Mindset Shift Can Help Solve Special Education Misidentification
Many educators face the problem of misidentification of special education students. Here are strategies educators are using to fix it.
Special Education
Impact of Missed Special Ed. Evaluations Could Echo for Years
The onset of COVID-19 slowed special education identification. Four years later, a new study hints at the massive scale of the impact.
Special Education
Live Online Discussion
A Seat at the Table - Special Education: Proven Interventions for Academic Success
Special education should be a launchpad, not a label. Join the conversation on how schools can better support ALL students.
Special Education
What the Research Says
One Group of Teachers Is Less Likely to Identify Black 69传媒 for Special Ed. Why That Matters
Researchers say their findings argue for diversifying the teacher workforce.
Special Education
Explainer
MTSS: What Is a Multi-Tiered System of Supports?
MTSS, or multi-tiered system of supports, is a widely used framework meant to offer students personalized education that meets their needs.
Special Education
Test Your Knowledge: How Does Universal Screening for Dyslexia in 69传媒 Work?
Take our quiz to gauge your knowledge of the language processing disorder鈥攁nd find links to further reading.
English Learners
How to Identify and Serve English Learners with Disabilities
When it comes to identifying and serving English learners with disabilities, there are various nuances at play.
Special Education
California Joins 40 States in Mandating Dyslexia Screening
California joins the majority of states that conduct universal screening in the early grades to identify reading delays, including dyslexia.
Special Education
How Teachers Can Help 69传媒 With Dyslexia: What Our Readers Say
EdWeek's social-media followers weigh in on how to support students with dyslexia, a learning disability that interferes with reading.
Special Education
Spotlight
Spotlight on Special Education Compliance
This Spotlight will help you examine implementation of universal screening for dyslexia and more.
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