Autism research and clinical practice are developing and growing constantly. Nevertheless, the medical model is still the go-to model for most researchers and many clinicians working in the autism domain. And there are many strengths inherent...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A Supreme Court decision on Monday gave parents of children with disabilities the right to go to court without a lawyer to challenge their public school district’s individualized plan for their child’s education. The 7-to-2...

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Against Parents in Burden of Proof Case Under The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Yesterday, an important U.S. Supreme Court Decision was handed down regarding special education and the the procedural rights...

Memphis, TN Full-Time Job Description: Creates a welcoming, engaging environment for patients and families. Eagerly seeks information, draws thoughtful insights, and adapts quickly to support changing needs, staying calm and positive in dynamic...

Secretary Spellings Announces Additional Support for Teachers New training corps, technology partnership support teacher success U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings announced additional efforts aimed at supporting the teachers of...

PROVIDENCE – Parents trying to navigate the special education system will soon have a helping hand, a go-to program at the state Department of Education to help resolve disputes. State lawmakers last session approved $450,000 for the creation...

Findings Could Help Scientists Study Consciousness People with tune deafness aren’t able to tell when a musician accidentally strikes the wrong note in a song, but their brains know the difference. Researchers from the National Institute on...

U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings announced the award of $11.6 million in grants to help develop highly qualified teachers for students with disabilities, especially in areas where chronic shortages exist. The money will also be...

"Tool Kit" a collaborative effort between Elementary/Secondary, Special Ed Offices April 25, 2006: In keeping with the goal of ensuring that all students achieve to high standards, the U.S. Department of Education today announced the...

January 7, 2005--American education is being bolstered by the increasing use of educational technology, greater accountability, and growing new partnerships between tech-savvy students and teachers, according to a report released today by the...