Introduction: The Importance of Technology in Special Education In today’s rapidly advancing digital era, technology’s transformative potential has spilled over into every sector – including special education. Technology has given rise to novel teaching methodologies, making education more inclusive than ever before. So, what’s new on the horizon for special education technology? Let’s dive in….
Category: Evaluation Procedures
What is Eligibility for special education?
What is Eligibility for special education? Having a child with special needs can be a difficult journey. As parents and teachers, we look for ways to ensure our students receive the education they need to succeed. One way of doing this is through Special Education Eligibility– but what exactly does this mean? This blog post…
What is an ARD Meeting
An Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee Meeting is a formal meeting held by an educational institution to determine the special education needs and eligibility of a student who has a disability. The meeting is attended by the student’s parents or legal guardians, teachers, specialists, and other relevant professionals who work with the student. After…
Evaluation Procedures for Special Education
After giving your consent for a full and individual evaluation (FIE), the school must provide prior written notice of any evaluation procedures the school will conduct and a copy of the procedural safeguards notice if your child is being evaluated for the first time. TEA states the school must use various assessment tools and strategies to gather relevant…
What is RTI in education?
RTI in education is one of the first steps for parents considering entering a special education program. RTI is used to assess their response to intervention (RTI). Federal law directs educators to take a proactive step in ensuring that children at risk of not meeting grade-level standards receive the help or accommodations they need to…