July 2025 - Special Educator e-Journal
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Special Education Legal Alert. By Perry A. Zirkel
Press Releases from the US Department of Education
Article: Developmental Language Disorder. By Dr. Faye J. Jones
Summer Break Tips for Teachers
Article: The Exceptional Child. By Dr. Faye J. Jones
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Special Education Legal Alert
By Perry A. Zirkel
© May 2025
This month’s update identifies two recent court decisions that respectively illustrate the continuation of the emergence of dyslexia in litigation under the IDEA and the long line of lawsuits asserting liability of state education agencies, here via the ADA in tandem with the IDEA and Section 504. For previous monthly updates and related publications, see perryzirkel.com
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Press Releases from the U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Education Refers Massapequa Mascot Case to the U.S. Department of Justice
U.S. Department of Education Elevates Two Minnesota Investigations to Title IX Special Investigations Team
U.S. Department of Education to Implement New Identity Validation Processes to Combat Student Aid Fraud
U.S. Department of Education Notifies Columbia University’s Accreditor of Columbia’s Title VI Violation
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U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights Opens Title VI and Disability-Discrimination Investigation into Green Bay Area Public School District
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Comparison of Special Education Policies: Pakistan vs. International Standards
By Sumreen Akhtar
M. Phil scholar of the University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan
Abstract
This paper critically analyzes and contrasts Pakistan's Special Education policies against global standards and practices. Although Pakistan has initiated some policy development through efforts like the National Policy for Persons with Disabilities (2002) and the signing of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in 2011, there are still considerable gaps in actual implementation. Pakistan's Special Education system continues to be dominated by segregated schools with limited resources, inadequate policy enforcement, a lack of inclusive teacher training and low public awareness. Conversely, international models, such as those in the United States, United Kingdom, and Scandinavian nations, focus on inclusive education in mainstream schools, legal accountability, early intervention, individualized education plans (IEPs) and family involvement. This comparative analysis underlines the need for Pakistan to shift towards an inclusive, rights-based strategy consistent with the CRPD, UNESCO's Salamanca Statement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4). Policy reinforcement, teacher professional development and adequate resource mobilization are necessary for equitable learning opportunities among children with disabilities in Pakistan.
Keywords:Special education, comparison of special education policies, comparison of international standards, Pakistan special education policies.
Developmental Language Disorder
By Dr. Faye J. Jones
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition, affecting approximately 1 in 14 children at kindergarten age. The challenges associated with DLD typically persist into adulthood (https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/developmental-language-disorder).
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Summer Break Tips for Teachers
Here are 20 Summer Break Tips for Teachers specifically designed to promote physical, emotional, and mental health.
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The Exceptional Child
By Dr. Faye J. Jones
An exceptional child is one who exhibits noticeable differences in mental, physical, social, or emotional development when compared to typically developing peers of the same age or grade level grade (www.sxccal.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/MAEDCR33-Module-2_-Unit-I_Concept-Definition-and-Types-of-Exceptional-Children). These differences may be expressed through unique qualities, attributes, or personality traits—whether positive, negative, or a combination thereof—across one or more developmental domains. Such variations can significantly influence the child’s ability to adjust and progress effectively in everyday environments. Therefore, tailored educational support and rehabilitation services are essential to foster their growth and ensure they thrive in appropriate settings.
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Acknowledgements
Portions of this or previous month’s NASET’s Special Educator e-Journal were excerpted from:
- Center for Parent Information and Resources
- Committee on Education and the Workforce
- FirstGov.gov-The Official U.S. Government Web Portal
- Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals (JAASEP)
- National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth
- National Institute of Health
- National Organization on Disability
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- U.S. Department of Education
- U.S. Department of Education-The Achiever
- U.S. Department of Education-The Education Innovator
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- U.S. Department of Labor
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- U.S. Office of Special Education
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