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<description><![CDATA[JoAnn Collins is the mother of two adults with disabilities and has been an educational advocate for over 20 years. She has succesfully helped hundreds of parents navigigate the special education system and get entitled services that their child needed. She is the author of Disability Deception; Lies Disability Educators Tell and How Parents Can Beat Them at Their Own Game! JoAnn is also the author of an E book on behavior entitled: Behavioral Basics; 6 Easy Steps to Improving Your Child's School behavior! She is pasionate about children with disabilities receiving an appropriate education so that they can live ... ]]></description>
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<title>5 Top Parental Special Education Advocacy Tips to Benefit Your Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:10:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be covering my top five advocacy tips of all time for parents that have a child with a disability receiving special education services. These tips have been used and shared with parents for many years and will help you to effectively advocate for needed related and special education services for your child.]]></description>
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<title>8 Parental Causes for Denial of Special Education FAPE for Children With Disabilities!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing 8 things that parents may be doing to contribute to their child in special education not receiving an appropriate education. While many reasons are related to school district personnel there are a few things that some parents do that does not help their child. By learning about these items you will be able to be a more effective advocate for your child.]]></description>
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<title>10 School Causes for Denial of Special Education FAPE for Children With Disabilities!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:36:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will cover 10 school reasons why few children in special education receive a free appropriate public education. School districts often make it very difficult for parents to advocate for needed related and special education services. This article will help you advocate for your child!]]></description>
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<title>You Can Fight Back Against Special Education Denials That Hurt Your Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:29:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a parent of a child with autism you probably get very frustrated by special education personnel stating that your child does not need a particular special educations service. This article will be addressing 5 advocacy skills that you need to help your child get needed special education services. Good luck!]]></description>
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<title>3 Parenting Tips to Advocate for Functional Skill Training for Your Child in Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:59:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be addressing parenting tips to help you advocate for functional skill training for your child receiving special education services. It is important that you understand the law and also advocacy techniques to help you become a successful advocate in this area!]]></description>
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<title>3 Critical Reasons for Children to Receive Special Education Functional Skill Training!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:02:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is based on a top article of mine "What are functional skills and why does my child need them!" This article will go more in depth about what functional skills are and 3 critical reasons why every child with a disability needs them. With appropriate functional skill training children and transitioning youth will be ready to actively participate in their future!]]></description>
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<title>5 Tips to Increase Success for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren With Disabilities!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 09:00:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is filled with tips for grandparents that are raising their grandchildren with disabilities. It can be a tough job but your grandchild will appreciate it. Using these 5 tips will help you with successfully raising your grandchild.]]></description>
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<title>3 Issues Affecting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren With Disabilities, and Helpful Resources!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:28:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses 3 issues that may affect grandparents who are raising their grandchildren with disabilities. The issues are Financial, Health Insurance and difficulties navigating the special education system. Helpful resources discussed to help you in your journey!]]></description>
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<title>3 Ways to Use the 13 Disability Categories to Benefit Your Child With a Disability!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:29:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the 13 disability categories in IDEA 2004 in special education. These categories can be used by parents to advocate for needed related and special education services. Three examples given on how parents can use the 13 categories to benefit their child.]]></description>
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<title>5 Lies About Special Education Transportation, and How You Can Overcome the Lies and Get Your Child</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:55:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents of children with disabilities that have difficulty with getting transportation for their child for school. The article covers 5 lies that are commonly told about special education transportation. Also covered is how to overcome the lies to help your child receive needed special education transportation services!]]></description>
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<title>9 Steps to Parent Empowerment for Parents With Children in Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:57:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing parent empowerment for parents of children receiving special education services. Parenting a child with disabilities can be rough, but they depend on us to advocate for their education. This article will give 9 easy steps to take that will move you toward parent empowerment and benefit your child's education.]]></description>
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<title>5 Things to Do This New Year to Benefit Your Child in Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:54:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child with autism or another type of disability that receives special education services? This article will be discussing 5 items that you can do this year to benefit your child's education! Get involved and advocate for your child--they will appreciate it!]]></description>
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<title>How to Fight Special Education Retaliation, Against Yourself and Your Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2010 16:28:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss retaliation against parents and children in special education for advocacy activities. Section 504 prohibits retaliation based on a protected activity; which advocacy is. Section 504 is enforced by the Office of Civil Rights--OCR. OCR has developed a 5 part test to determine if retaliation has occurred.]]></description>
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<title>How to Use Special Education Procedural Safeguards to Ensure FAPE for Your Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:58:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents that have a child with Autism or another disability on Special Education Procedural Safeguards. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 gives parents 9 rights that they can use to help ensure their child receives a free appropriate public education!]]></description>
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<title>11 Things You Need to Know About Section 504 and Special Education to Help Your Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:47:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act prohibits discrimination based on disability for all federal programs that receive federal funding; including schools. This article will be discussing 11 things that you need to know about Section 504 that can help you advocate for an appropriate education for your child!]]></description>
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<title>Section 504 and Special Education - Can It Help My Child?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4979118</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:13:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on disability in any programs that receive federal funding. School districts are covered under Section 504. This article will be discussing this law as well as how you can use the law to ensure that your child receives the related and special education services they need!]]></description>
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<title>5 Things to Know If Your Child in Special Education Needs Mental Health Services!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4828336</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:06:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Does your child with autism have behavioral difficulties and need psychotherapy? Has your teenager with Learning Disabilities who struggles with academics begun to act up at school? Does your child have emotional disorders from trauma or early life before adoption?]]></description>
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<title>6 Steps to Successful Special Education Eligibility For Your Child!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4827806</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 09:31:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child with a disability who has not been able to have your child found eligible for special education services. This article will be discussing the six steps of eligibility, and how you can advocate at each step for your child. Without specialized services many children with disabilities will not learn. Your fight will benefit your child!]]></description>
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<title>Treatment and Educational Strategies For School Refusal Behavior in Special Education!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4444737</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:51:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing educational strategies and treatment for children with school refusal behavior who receive special education services. Successful treatment depends on what the cause of the behavior is. A few reasons discussed. The rest of the article discusses many things that you can do as a parent to address this type of behavior. Good luck!]]></description>
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<title>School Refusal Behavior and Special Education - Does Your Child Have It?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:20:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss school refusal behavior and children receiving special education services. Emotional and physical symptoms discussed as well as possible reasons why your child may have developed school refusal behavior. In order to come up with a plan to overcome school refusal behavior, you must understand what is causing the behavior! This will help you be able to help your child!]]></description>
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<title>5 Things You Can Do to Prevent Cuts to Special Education From Hurting Your Child!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4343770</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 09:09:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing 5 things that you can do to prevent special education cuts from hurting your child! Lots of important information included that you may use in your advocacy!]]></description>
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<title>School Budget Cuts and Special Education - Is it Legal and What is Their Motivation?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4343626</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 07:59:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many parents whose children are receiving special education services are very concerned about what will happen to their child's services, due to school budget cuts. Some special education personnel are threatening parents with loss of services or financial responsibility for the services. This article will be discussing whether this is legal or not according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA 2004). You will also learn what their possible motivations would be. This will help you in fighting any cuts to your child's special education services!]]></description>
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<title>Predetermination in Special Education - What Can You Do About It?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3989984</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 18:54:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing predetermination and special education personnel. Have you ever gone to your child's IEP meeting and special education personnel offered you one placement or one set of services and refused to listen to your input. This is called predetermination and is not allowed in special education. Parents have the right to be equal participants in any decision about their child's education. Learn about how to overcome predetermination--for the good of your child.]]></description>
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<title>Special Education Due Process and Procedural Violations - 2 Things You Must Know!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3968296</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:56:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about procedural violations in special education due process. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act was revised in 2004 which made changes in due process hearings in the area of procedural violations. Learn what the changes are and how you can use them to your child's benefit.]]></description>
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<title>10 Steps to Finally Get Your Child Appropriate Special Education Services!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3965971</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:10:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will address 10 of my best tips/steps about how to finally get your child appropriate special education services. Many of the steps are easy to do, but do require persistence. Find ways to finally get accountability out of your school district, so that your child will be ready for post school learning, independent living, and employment!]]></description>
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<title>What is Aspergers Syndrome and How Do I Know If My Child Has It?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3856766</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:08:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome and how a parent can find out if their child has it. Included in the article information about the DSM IV for diagnosing Aspergers. Parents must know their child's disability before they can begin to advocate for needed special education services. Good luck in your advocacy efforts for your child!]]></description>
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<title>8 Important Items to Help You Advocate For Your Child With Aspergers Syndrome</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3856923</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:02:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Has your child recently been diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome, and you are struggling to get your school district to recognize the diagnosis? Would you like to learn some important information to help you in your special education advocacy efforts, for your child? This article will specifically address things that you need to know to help you fight for special education services for your child.]]></description>
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<title>Overcoming Deceptions in Special Education Due Process!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:28:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 5 ways for parents to overcome lies and deceptions from some special education personnel during due process hearings. The importance of proper preparation cannot be overstated. By knowing what each document contains that is used in the hearing you can use the documents to show the hearing officer that the school person's testimony is not truthful. Read this article and it will help you be prepared to overcome lies in due process; for the good of your child!]]></description>
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<title>5 Ways to Overcome the Delphi Technique in Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:05:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Delphi technique is an unethical manipulation tactic sometimes used against parents in special education. This article will be discussing what the technique is and also 5 ways to overcome the Delphi techniue, for the good of your child!]]></description>
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<title>The Delphi Technique and Special Education - Are You Being Manipulated?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:29:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing a technique entitled the Delphi technique. This technique can be used to manipulate a group of people to come up with a pre determined outcome. This technique is unethical and has absolutely no place in special education--though it may occur in some districts. By understanding this technique you will be able to learn to overcome it and advocate for special education services that your child needs!]]></description>
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<title>15 Parenting Tips on Classroom Help For Children With Auditory Processing Disorder</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:24:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents of children with autism or learning disabilities with Auditory Processing Disorder that receive special education services. These 15 parenting tips tips can be learned and advocated for so that your child can benefit from their education. These tips are easy to use in the classroom.]]></description>
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<title>18 Accommodations and Modifications For Child in Special Education With Auditory Processing Disorder</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:04:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents learn 18 accommodations and modifications that can be used for their child that has Auditory Processing Disorders. Children receiving special education services need help to overcome this disorder. By learning these accommodations and modifications you can advocate for these items for your child. This will help ensure that they are able to learn at the same pace as children without disabilities.]]></description>
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<title>Is Auditory Processing Disorder Affecting Your Child With Autism in Special Education?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:52:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing auditory processing disorder and how it affects children. Children with autism may have other co morbid conditions (occur with), like learning disabilities and auditory processing disorder.]]></description>
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<title>4 Definitions in NCLB About Reading That You Can Use to Help Your Special Education Child!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:46:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussions definitions from No Child Left Behind about reading. These definitions can be used to advocate for your child with autism or a learning disability, so that they will learn to read. Research shows that certain skills must be taught for a child to have early reading success. This article discusses these necessary skills.]]></description>
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<title>3 Lies Told by Some Special Education Personnel About Autism and How You Can Fight Back!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:34:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents who have been told that their child does not have autism but is emotionally disturbed. Special education personnel may try and convince parents of this, so that they can deny the extensive special education services that most children with autism require. But you can fight back and this article will discuss how to do that, so that your child can live the fulfilled life they deserve!]]></description>
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<title>9 Things to Include in a Special Education No Consent Letter For Seclusion and Restraint</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:49:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will give parents of children receiving special education services information on what to put in a No Consent for Restraint and Seclusion letter. Children with disabilities are being physically and emotionally harmed because of this type of treatment in school districts across the United States.]]></description>
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<title>10 Things Parents Can Do to Decrease Restraint and Seclusion For Their Special Education Child</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:16:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about restraint and seclusion in special education. Children are being hurt, killed and emotionally damaged by the use of restraint and seclusion. This article will discuss 10 things that parents can do to decrease the use of restraint and seclusion on their child. This will help ensure that their child is in a safe school environment, and an environment that will allow their child to learn.]]></description>
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<title>Can School Districts Prevent Autism Service Dogs From Attending School With a Child?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:55:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss a school district's requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act to allow a autism service dog to attend school with a child. Information given on the ADA and on tactics used by some school districts. Use this article to advocate for your child in this area.]]></description>
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<title>7 Ways an Autism Service Dog Could Benefit Your Child in Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:44:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses autism service dogs for children with autism. Information is included on organizations that train the dogs and cost of the dogs. You will learn 7 ways that an autism service dog could help your child in their education and to learn to be more independent.]]></description>
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<title>Could the Boder Test of Reading Spelling Patterns Help Determine If My Child Has Dyslexia?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2746072</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:47:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Parents must know what their child's reading difficulties are before they can advocate for appropriate remediation. The test was developed in the 80's as a screening test but is recommended to be used with other standardized tests. The test was designed to be used in the diagnosis of dyslexia and also to help determine what type of remediation will benefit your child's education. Bring this test up with special education personnel if you are concerned that your child may have dyslexia.]]></description>
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<title>5 Things Parents Should Know About Graduation and Special Education to Help Your Child</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 10:56:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about children with disabilities in high school and graduation. You will learn 5 things that you need to know to ensure that your child is ready for post school learning, independent living and financial self sufficiency. Use this information in your advocacy to benefit your child's adult life!]]></description>
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<title>7 Types of Learning Disabilities That May Ensure Your Child's Special Education Eligibility</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 10:56:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is your child with autism struggling with academics and you are concerned that they may have a learning disability? Would you like to know about different kinds of learning disabilities so that you can advocate for special education eligibility that your child requires to benefit from his or her education? This article will discuss 7 common type of learning disabilities and some signs and symptoms of each.]]></description>
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<title>7 Facts That Parents Need to Know About Learning Disabilities and Special Education!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:12:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 7 facts about learning disabilities and special education. The highest amount of disabilities among school age children are learning disabilities. By understanding these facts and figures you  may use them to advocate for a free appropriate public education for your child.]]></description>
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<title>Can Response to Intervention Help My Child That May Have a Learning Disability?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:49:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about a process used by many school districts to help struggling readers. It is called Response to Intervention (RTI). Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act schools are allowed to see if a student will respond to scientifically research based instruction. RTI in most schools have three tiers and a child progresses from tier to tier if they do not show academic improvement. At any time in the process a parent can ask for a complete psychological evaluation to determine if their child has disabilities. Use this article to advocate for your child!]]></description>
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<title>Billions of Special Education Money Returned to Feds and How to Use This to Help Your Child!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2593697</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:30:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the billions of dollars  of special education that have been sent back to the Department of Education, because they were not spent. Many school districts continually tell parents that they do not have the money to provide related and special education services to their children. This is absolutely not true which is shown by all of the unspent money sent back to the federal governments. Use this information to advocate for needed services for your child!]]></description>
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<title>Can a Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule Be Used by Special Education Personnel to Help My Child</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2534240</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:54:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about a diagnostic tool called the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule. Many parents have difficulty because special education personnel refuse to recognize when a child has Autism. This tool given by a qualified trained person can help school personnel determine if a child has Autism! Use this article to help you in your advocacy efforts with your child.]]></description>
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<title>Help - I Need a Sample Special Education 10 Day Written Request Letter!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:02:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will have a sample letter of a 10 day written notice for parents of children receiving special education, who wish to place their child in private school at public expense (reimbursement)! Use this article to help you in your advocacy efforts for your child!]]></description>
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<title>3 Important Requirements For Special Education Tuition Reimbursement!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2517217</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2517217</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:07:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing tuition reimbursement for special education! Parents have the right to seek reimbursement for private school tuition if the school is found by a hearing officer or courts to have denied FAPE to a child and if the private school is appropriate for the child. This article will discuss three requirements that must be met if the parent is to receive reimbursement for private school costs.]]></description>
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<title>Special Education Para Professionals; Could Your Child Benefit?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2460618</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:10:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss special education Para professionals (sometimes called aides or assistants). Job descriptions, training, licensure requirements etc. Also discussed is the importance of making sure that your child's IEP contains specific requirements for training of the Para professional and time spent with your child. Well trained Para professionals can help your child learn academics, benefit from their education, and have access to the regular education curriculum.]]></description>
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<title>6 Things That Special Education Personnel Can Do to Decrease Restraint and Seclusion in Their School</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2420979</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:58:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing 6 things that special education personnel can do in your school district, to decrease the reliance on restraint and seclusion for children with disabilities. Parents need to be active participants in their child's education and also in any behavioral techniques used on their children. By knowing these 6 things you can help your school district handle negative school behavior appropriately and have a positive school environment to encourage learning!]]></description>
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<title>9 Things to Know About Use of Restraint and Seclusion For Children in Special Education</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 19:38:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing the use of restraint and seclusion for children with disabilities, receiving special education services! Many children have been physically injured, emotionally damaged and even killed by the use of restraints! Seclusion also can be emotionally damaging to children. You will learn 9 things that you should know about this subject, to help you make informed decisions about their use on your child!]]></description>
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<title>12 Things to Know About the GAO Report and Hearings on Restraint and Seclusion in Special Education</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2400279</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 16:09:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing the use of restraint and seclusion for children receiving special education services. Recently there has been much media coverage about the use and misuse of these procedures in school districts. The Government Accounting Office has released a report on the use of restraint and seclusion in school districts. This article will cover 6 things that you need to know about this report. Also there was a hearing in Washington in front of the legislature discussing this very subject. 6 Things you need to know about this hearing will be included in this article. By having this information you can be involved in the decision on how to deal with your child's negative school behavior--Good luck!]]></description>
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<title>8 Ways For You to Win a Special Education Dispute and Finally Get Your Child Services!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2353194</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 13:28:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents of children with disabilities receiving special education services learn 8 ways to win a dispute with your school district. These 8 things are easy to do for all parents and will have a positive benefit on your child's education!]]></description>
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<title>8 Tactics School Districts Use to Prevent Parents From Winning Special Education Disputes!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2353186</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 13:28:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents whose children are receiving special education services. Discussed will be 8 tactics that many parents of special education children experience while advocating for services for their child. By knowing these 8 tactics you will be able to watch out for them and learn how to overcome them for the benefit of your child's education.]]></description>
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<title>How to Use Special Education Caselaw to Get Your Parental Rights</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2271139</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2271139</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 13:26:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing parental rights for parents whose children receive special education services from school districts. Case law in the area of parental rights as well as how to use the cases to benefit your child's education!]]></description>
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<title>Progress Monitoring For Children - Even Those in Special Education! What is It?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2238589</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:08:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss progress monitoring and children with disabilities receiving special education services. Also discussed are the benefits of progress monitoring and a couple of tools that are used for this purpose. By understanding what progress monitoring is you can ensure that your child in special education is keeping up academically with their grade appropriate peers.]]></description>
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<title>5 Things to Do If Special Education Personnel Refuse to Test Your Child For Eligibility</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2231705</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:11:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 5 things that you can do as a parent if your school district refuses to test your child for special education eligibility. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act does require that once special education personnel "find" a child with a disability they must be evaluated. You can use this information to help your child benefit from their education.]]></description>
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<title>Help! My Child Was Screened For Special Education and Found Not Eligible? Now What Do I Do!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2220271</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2220271</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:31:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents understand the difference between screening for special education eligibility and comprehensive evaluations. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires that school districts find children that may have disabilities: locate, identify and evaluate all found children. Screening is not an eligibility tool, and parents need to understand the eligibility process and how to advocate for their child.]]></description>
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<title>8 Things to Include in a Special Education Testing Request For Your Child</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2220543</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:13:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents know what 8 items to include in a letter requesting special education testing. The language that is used is critical to ensuring that your school district does not deny your request for testing. Also included in this article is a sample of a letter to help you get started! Good Luck!]]></description>
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<title>9 Areas of Neuropsychological Testing to Benefit Your Child in Special Education</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2189267</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:44:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a young child that you believe may have autism, even though your school district says no? Do you wonder why your child with autism is not learning to read? Are you considering taking your child for a neuropsychological evaluation due to a possible learning disability?]]></description>
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<title>What is a Neuropsychologist? Could They Help My Child in Special Education?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2189219</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2189219</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:43:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses what a Neuropsychologist is and if they can help your child receiving special education services. The purpose of an evaluation by a Neuropsychologist is also discussed. A neuropsychologist can look for any undiagnosed disabilities that are preventing your child from learning. They can also determine what special education services and related services that your child needs. A good Neuropsychological evaluation can be a great help in finally getting your child the services they need.]]></description>
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<title>7 Things That Parents Must Know About Transition From E I To Special Education at Age</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2155444</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2155444</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:58:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will give you 7 pieces of information that you as a parent need to know, about your child transitioning from the Early Intervention System to special education. This information will give you the inside track on ensuring that your child becomes eligible for special education services, despite any efforts by your school district to tell you that your child is not eligible. As a parent you have a responsibility to advocate for your child. They are depending on you!]]></description>
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<title>Transition Procedures For Children From Early Intervention to Special Education at Age 3</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2155426</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2155426</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:13:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the transition procedures for children with disabilities from Early Intervention to Special Education at age 3. Information from The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) will be covered so that you as a parent can understand the procedure. Remember parents are to be equal members of the team that determines special education eligibility, so advocate for your child. They are depending on you!]]></description>
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<title>5 Changes to the ADA to Benefit Your Child With ADHD Or a Learning Disability</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2137982</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2137982</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:11:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 5 changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that came about in 2008. The courts over the years have severely limited the amount of people that were covered by the act, but the changes are positive for children and adults with disabilities. The 5 changes are discussed, as well as how to use them to benefit your child with ADHD or a learning disability in your school district.]]></description>
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<title>6 Ways That School Districts May Use Special Education Funds From ARRA Funds of 2009</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2104653</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2104653</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:16:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child with autism receiving special education services? Are their services that your child needs but your school district is refusing to provide? Have you heard that the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 has extra money for special education services?]]></description>
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<title>4 Principles That Must Be Adhered to For the Receipt of Special Education ARRA Funds</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2104640</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2104640</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:14:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child with a disability receiving special education services! Have you heard that there is extra IDEA funding for special education from the newly signed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009? This article will discuss the 4 principles that school districts must adhere to by accepting the federal ARRA funds. By knowing these principles you may get involved with your school districts spending of these funds to help all children with disabilities in your school district!]]></description>
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<title>7 Things to Keep in Mind When Buying Toys For Children With Autism, Or Other Disabilities</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2089121</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2089121</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:31:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 7 things that parents should keep in mind when looking for toys for their children with autism, physical disability, or other disabilities. This list will help you find toys that will engage your child and also help them to learn.]]></description>
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<title>6 Things That Parents Need to Know About Special Education Resolution Meetings</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2089097</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2089097</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:18:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 6 things that parents must know about special education due process resolution meetings. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires a resolution meeting between special education personnel and parents, if parents file for a due process hearing. Due process hearings are used to resolve disputes between parents and school districts. By knowing these 6 things you will be able to be an effective advocate for your child at a special education due process resolution meeting.]]></description>
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<title>Characteristics For a Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Children</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2064467</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2064467</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:26:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss characteristics that must be present in a child, in order for the child to be diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. By understanding these characteristics you may be able to help your own child or someone else's child!]]></description>
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<title>4 Key Features of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Children</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2064502</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2064502</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:50:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the 4 key features that must be present for a child to be diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. The key features are: Growth deficiency, specific facial features, central nervous system damage, and documented prenatal exposure to alcohol. By understanding these features you may be able to help a child in your life, deal with the affects!]]></description>
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<title>5 Effective Special Education Methodologies For Children With Autism</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2054186</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2054186</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:08:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many parents of children with autism, PDD, or Aspergers Syndrome struggle to find appropriate teaching methodologies for their children. This article will discuss 5 effective methodologies that are used to teach children with autism in various areas. Academics, social skills, sensory integration dysfunction, central auditory processing disorders are some of the issues addressed in this article. Parents can be better advocates for their children once they understand what curricula could help their child learn.]]></description>
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<title>5 Reasons Not to Give Consent For Special Education Personnel to Bill Your Private Insurance</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/2009415</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/2009415</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:36:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss parents of children receiving special education services, giving consent for their private insurance to be billed, for related services and testing. This article will discuss 5 reasons that parents should not give consent to school personnel; because it could be detrimental to their child.]]></description>
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<title>5 Areas of Special Education Testing and Test Recommendations to Help Your Child</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1997066</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1997066</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:29:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents who's children are receiving special education services. The article will discuss 5 areas that should be covered when your child receives a special education psychological evaluation from your school district. By knowing these five areas you will be able to ensure that your child receives all of the appropriate testing that they need to benefit their education.]]></description>
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<title>Verbal Or Non Verbal IQ Tests For Special Education - Which is Best For Your Child?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1997090</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1997090</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:23:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will be discussing verbal and non verbal IQ tests for children receiving special education services. Most IQ tests are based on a child's ability to understand and use language. If a child has a serious language based disability such as dyslexia, a regular IQ test may not be accurate. A non verbal IQ test give a comprehensive assessment of the child's intelligence, without be verbally based. By knowing the difference you may advocate for what is appropriate for your child.]]></description>
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<title>5 Things That School Psychologists Need to Include in Special Education Evaluations</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1974499</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1974499</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:17:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents of children receiving special education services. This article will discuss 5 things that school psychologists should be putting in a child's psychological report. By having these 5 areas covered your child's report will be comprehensive and will help them benefit from their education.]]></description>
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<title>Special Education IEP Cheat Sheet For Parents</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1945796</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1945796</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:50:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child with autism or other disability that is receiving special education services? Would you like to have a cheat sheet to help you prepare for the IEP meeting, and to use at the IEP meeting. This article is for you! 15 Issues that need to be addressed at your child's IEP meeting! Make sure all 15 are discussed and your child will well be on the way to an appropriate education!]]></description>
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<title>School District Tactics Related to Behavior and Discipline in Special Education</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1920225</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1920225</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:54:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents of children with disabilities who receive special education services learn about common school district tactics, related to behavior and discipline. By understanding these tactics you will be able to stand up to special education personnel in an assertively persistent manner, for the benefit of your child.]]></description>
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<title>8 Things You Must Know About Your Child's Behavior and Special Education</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1920207</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1920207</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:38:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will help parents of children receiving special education services learn  8 things about behavior and the law, that will benefit their child's education. By understanding these 8 things you may be able to advocate for your child in this area, to help ensure that they receive a free appropriate public education!]]></description>
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<title>4 Difficulties With Stay Put Placement in Special Education Due Process Hearings</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1894942</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1894942</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:12:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 4 difficulties that parents may come up against when asking for a stay put placement in special education, after they file for a due process hearing. By understanding what these difficulties are, you may be able to advocate for what is appropriate for your child. A stay put placement will prevent special education personnel from changing your child's special education placement, until the due process is finished.]]></description>
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<title>Stay Put For Placement For Special Education Due Process Hearings</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1894935</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1894935</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:11:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss stay put placements for children in special education, whose parents have filed for a due process hearing. The article will discuss 6 areas that need to be kept in mind when fighting for a stay put placement. By understanding stay put you can decide if this would be an option for your child as you work toward a due process hearing.]]></description>
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<title>2 Types of Legally Binding Settlement Agreements in Special Education</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1877105</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1877105</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:05:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 has started recognizing Legally Binding Settlement Agreements, between parents and special education personnel. This article will discuss the 2 types of Legally Binding Settlement Agreements, that can be enforced in state or federal court. As a parent it is important to understand this topic, so that you may use it to advocate for an appropriate education for your child receiving special education services.]]></description>
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<title>7 Issues For Parents to Know in Special Education Settlement Agreements</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1877171</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1877171</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:57:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a child that has a learning disability that has filed for a due process hearing? Has your school offered a settlement, and you wonder what to do about it? Do you want to make sure that the settlement is enforceable in state or federal court?]]></description>
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<title>What IEP Teams Need to Consider in Seven Areas - For Children With Autism</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1856399</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1856399</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:17:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss specific things that need to be discussed by IEP teams for children with autism receiving special education services. These areas need to be discussed to determine if the child needs special education services in the area! This will help ensure that your child receive all services that they need to get a free appropriate public education!]]></description>
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<title>7 Areas That Should Be Addressed in IEP's For Children With Autism</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1833730</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1833730</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:00:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you have a child with autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), or Asperger's disorder? Do you have difficulty getting special education personnel to listen to your input on what services your child needs? ]]></description>
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<title>4 Tips For Giving 10 Day Written Notice For Private Special Education Placements</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1830294</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1830294</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:35:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you have a child with autism or dyslexia that is not receiving a free appropriate public education (FAPE) from their school district? Have you found a private school that has the knowledge and experience with your child's type of disability-perhaps a school devoted to children with autism?]]></description>
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<title>Could Accommodations Or Modifications Benefit Your Child in Special Education!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1795998</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1795998</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:58:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses the difference between accommodations and modifications, for children receiving special education services. Accommodations are given to a child with a learning disability or autism so that the child can participate in the same curriculum or testing, as other children. Modifications are actually changes made to the curriculum or to the testing to help a child with a disability participate! By knowing these differences you can decide if your child's education will benefit from accommodations and modifications!]]></description>
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<title>4 Tips If Your Special Education Advocate is Banned From IEP Meetings</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1781003</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1781003</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:27:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is about special education advocates being banned from some school districts, because the school states that the advocate is devisive! 4 Tips are given on what to do if this happens to you or an advocate that you are working with. Special education advocates can be very effective in helping children with disabilities receive the needed special education services that they need.]]></description>
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<title>Special Education Advocates Role in Advocating For Children With Disabilities</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1780968</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1780968</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:25:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the role of a special education advocate in helping parents of children with disabilities, receive appropriate special education services. Advocates have different qualifications and parents must check and make sure that the advocate they choose, has the experience to help their child. But trained advocates can be cost effective and helpful if your child needs services that they are currently not receiving.]]></description>
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<title>Categories For Special Education - Which One Fits My Child?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1762137</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1762137</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:34:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the 13 categories where a child can be found eligible for special education services. Also discussed is information that will help you determine what category your child's disability fits in.  Special Education Personnel are not allowed to deny particular special education services due to the child's label or classification; though they may try often!]]></description>
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<title>What Are the 13 Categories of Disability For Special Education Eligibility?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1762111</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:31:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the categories of disability that makes a child eligible for special education services. By knowing what the categories are, you can use them to advocate for your child who needs special education services. Children who are denied special education services can have their lives ruined forever--and are depending on you to advocate for them!]]></description>
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<title>Over-Identification of Minority Children in Special Education - What Can Be Done?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:37:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you concerned about the amount of minority children that are being diagnosed with disabilities in your school district? Are you worried about the large numbers of African American boys receiving special education services? Are you concerned about your child who is in a minority group and being found eligible for special education! ]]></description>
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<title>Difficulties With Diagnosis of Disabilities and Special Education Eligibility</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:33:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss reasons why it is sometimes difficult for parents to have their child diagnosed with a disability, and found eligible for special education services. Many special education personnel do not like to diagnose or give a child a disability classification, so that they qualify for special education services. By understanding the reasons why it is difficult you as a parent can use the information to advocate for your child. Children who need special education services that do not receive them, may have their lives ruined forever!]]></description>
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<title>6 Ways to Improve Special Education For All Children With Special Needs!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 08:30:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Parents know that special education in the USA is a total mess with very little enforcement by the US Department of Education!  Children with autism and other disabilities are entitled to a free appropriate public education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This article will discuss 6 ways that special education can be improved for all students with disabilities and special needs. By knowing ways that special education can be improved you as a parent can be involved in advocating for these things. Our Children are worth it!]]></description>
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<title>Lies About Special Education Eligibility and 6 Ways to Overcome Them!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:02:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you the parent of a young child who thinks that their child may have autism? Do you think your child's reading difficulty may be related to a learning disability? Have you tried to have your child tested for special education eligibility and your school district said no? This article will discuss lies that are related to special education eligibility and 6 ways to overcome the lies for the good of your child.]]></description>
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<title>Special Education Certificate of Attendance - Does it End Special Education Services?</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:26:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you have a 17 or 18 year old with a disability receiving special education services? Have you been told that your 17 or 18 year old with autism or a learning disability, will be given a certificate of attendance? Have you also been told that your child will no longer be eligible for special education services, if they receive a certificate of attendance? ]]></description>
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<title>How to Ensure Your Special Education Child Receives a Free Appropriate Public Education</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:43:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss 7 ways to ensure that your child with a disability that receives special education services, is getting a free appropriate public education (FAPE). By knowing these 7 things, you as a parent will increase your child's chances of receiving an appropriate education, and of having a fulfilled adult life!]]></description>
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<title>Multisensory Reading Programs For Children With Dyslexia Or a Learning Disability</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:38:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss the most popular multisensory reading programs that can be used for any child who struggles to learn to read! These programs have been proven to work to teach children to learn to read. Children with learning disabilities and dyslexia especially benefit from Multisensory reading programs. Programs discussed: Orton-Gillingham, The Barton Reading and Spelling system, The Lindamood-Bell LiPS program, and The WilsonReading Program. By understanding what multisensory reading programs are available you will be able to advocate for your child so that they can receive appropriate multisensory reading instruction.]]></description>
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<title>Can a Multisensory Reading Program Help My Child Learn to Read</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:11:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will discuss multisensory reading programs and children with a learning disability or Dyslexia, receiving special education services. Principles of multisensory reading programs discussed as well as what specific skills are being taught. By understanding what a multisensory reading program is, and if it could help your child learn to read, you will be able to fight for this service for your child, to benefit their education.]]></description>
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<title>Could Dyslexia Be the Cause of Your Child's Reading Difficulty?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:16:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is your young child having difficulty with learning to read? Has your child in first grade been given extra reading instruction, but is still struggling with reading? Has your child been receiving special education services, but still struggling with learning to read? ]]></description>
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<title>Child Friendly Vaccination Schedule That May Decrease Your Child's Chances of Autism</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:33:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is for parents of infants who are concerned about the vaccine-autism connection. This child friendly vaccine schedule from Generation Rescue will help decrease your child's chances not only of autism but other neurological disorders. Since autism is a life long neurological disorder prevention is worth whatever inconvenience or cost is incurred by parents!]]></description>
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