LD OnLine Newsletter

Perfecting the Classroom Setting

November 2010

Students with learning disabilities and ADHD need structure, interventions, and adults who are willing to help. See what you can do to make the classroom more comfortable and productive for students of all needs.

What Are Classrooms Like for Students with Learning Disabilities?

Classrooms are usually crowded, busy, and focused. And while some students thrive in that environment, students with LD can find themselves lost in it. Here are some tips on how to remold your classroom into a place where students with LD can learn to their potential.
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Legal Advice

A parent wants to know: Our son will be entering a new school system, and we want to make sure he receives special education services immediately. Is there a way to arrange this before he starts school?

Special education lawyer Matt Cohen says schools are not required to say yes to a parental request for an immediate evaluation, but parents can take steps to make it happen.
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Tech Tools to Support Learning

NCTI and CITEd have created a website — the TechMatrix — to help you find resources and technology tools that support students with disabilities. The materials are expert-reviewed and can be searched based on disability category, grade level, subject, and more.
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LDA's Annual Conference

The Learning Disabilities Association of America will hold its 48th annual conference Feb. 23-26 in Jacksonville, Fla. Keynote speakers include Don Deshler, Bob Brooks, and Philip Landrigan. Register now.
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Recommended Book

Individualized Supports for Students with Problem Behaviors
Learn to design positive behavior support plans for students with disabilities such as mental retardation, autism, learning disabilities, and emotional and behavioral disorders. This book shows how to conduct a functional assessment and develop a team-based support plan.
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No More Morning Madness!

Setting up routines at home is critical for students with learning disabilities. Here are five tips on how to make school mornings go more smoothly.
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Accommodations for Students with LD

Accommodations don't change the content of assignments or give students an unfair advantage — but they do make it possible for students with LD to show what they know.
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