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ADD
"ADD/ADHD is one of the most misunderstood, most often
overlooked normal conditions in our nation." An
interesting commentary by Dr. Paul Elliot, published in the
Dallas-Fort Worth Heritage. |
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CHADD:
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Good resource for those interested in ADD/ADHD. |
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Consortium
on Inclusive Schooling Practices Collaborative effort
to build capacity to serve children and youth with and without
disabilities in school and community settings. The focus of the
project is on systemic reform rather than changes in special
education systems only. |
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Council
for Parent Attorneys and Advocates Nonprofit
organization of those who represent parents in special education
matters. Good list of State
Education Law Resources. |
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Diet
therapy for ADD Kid Source Online discusses the impact of
the Feingold diet on ADD/ADHD symptoms. |
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Internet
Resources for Special Children Another good place to
go for information on every sort of special need. Check out Special
Education and Laws/Rights
and Legal Resources pages. |
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Learning
Disabilities Online Interactive guide to learning
disabilities for parents, teachers and children. Attractive site
packed with information. Start with their "ABCs
of LD/ADD" to figure out some of the acronyms. |
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National
Association of State Boards of Education Organization
for State Boards of Education. Useful information on legislation,
current news, and links to State Boards of Education. |
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National
Association of State Directors of Special Education, Inc.
Nonprofit organization of state special education directors that
promotes and supports education programs for students with
disabilities. |
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National
Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Bilingual (English/Spanish) national information and referral
center on disabilities and disability-related issues for families,
educators, and other professionals. Good State
Resource Sheets. IDEA
Training Package available online. |
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National
School Board Association Organization for School
Boards. Check out their Special
Education page to get a feel for the position of schools on the
IDEA. |
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Schwab
Learning The Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness
about learning differences and providing parents and teachers with
the information, resources and support they need to improve the
lives of kids with learning differences. |
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Sherry
Zeitler's Special Education Links Great starting
point! Major focus on hearing impairment, but very good information
an every sort of special need. Covers IDEA, ADA, IEPs, Regional and
State Resources, law, regulations, etc. |
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Social
Skills & Friends Growing Up Gifted & Normal |
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Social
and Emotional Needs of Gifted Children A list of
Selected Readings For Educators |
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Special
Education Advocate Great resource. Law
library covers cases, statutes and regulations. Advocacy
Library provides advice to parents and lawyers on special
education matters - evaluations, IEPs, etc. Sign up for a free
Special Ed Advocate newsletter |
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Special
Education Resources on the Internet Another great
place to start, links on disorders/disabilities, law, organizations,
assistive technology, etc. |
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Special
Needs Education Network (Canada) Providing resources
for parents, teachers, schools, and other professionals,
individuals, groups, and organizations involved in the education of
students with special needs in Canada. Bilingual - French and
English. |
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The
ARC Idaho nonprofit dealing with disabilities.
Excellent links page
on all sorts of disability topics. |
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U.S.
Department of Education, Office of Special Education Policy
Focus on free and appropriate public education (FAPE). Links to
statutes (IDEA),
studies on state implementation of IDEA, special education personnel
needs, technology for special students, etc. |
