LD OnLine Newsletter

Brush Up on the LD Basics

August 2010

Students and teachers aren't the only ones who need to prepare for the school year. Parents, mentors, tutors, and coaches should get ready as well by beefing up their knowledge of special education processes. Look over the legal and procedural basics so that you can be the best advocate possible for the child with disabilities in your life.

The IEP Team

Who's on the team? What is each member responsible for? What can I bring to the table? Find out about the various roles and why writing an effective individualized education plan is dependent on teamwork.
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IDEA Review

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act is a complex federal law that affects your child directly. Take another look at the history, purpose, and components to be sure you understand your rights and responsibilities.
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Ask the Legal Expert

A parent wants to know: How long does a school have to respond to a parental request for testing?

Special education lawyer Matt Cohen says the time frame for testing is dictated by both federal and state laws.
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Organizational Skills for Students with LD:
The Master Filing System for Paper

"I lost it."
"I think it's at home."
"I can't find it anywhere!"

Teachers who have students with learning disabilities are used to hearing these words. Yet effective organizational skills are essential: They allow students to maximize their time on task and feel more in control of their learning. See this article about the "master filing system," which can help students with LD and executive functioning weaknesses keep their materials in one place.
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The 2010 Brian Ayers Memorial Art Exhibition

The results are in! Check out the 20 winners of the 2010 Brian Ayers Memorial Art Exhibition — a national exhibition that celebrates the exceptional talents of young artists with LD.
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Recommended Book

Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish
This book is both a comprehensive guide to nonverbal LD and the inspiring story of Sara, who was once riddled by social and learning challenges and is now a successful adult.
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Video Vault

Browse our Multimedia page for videos and webcasts featuring advice from top experts and personal stories of children with learning difficulties.
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