Resources for Special Education
This section is designed to be a hub that provides helpful resources for special education teachers and professionals alike. Here you will find informative and relevant articles, stories from special education teachers and students about why they decided to go into the field, and even an entire section dedicated to American Sign Language.
In our efforts to educate and keep our audience up to date with all things special education, we’ve grouped our resource pages into the following tabs below:
State by State Outlook for Teaching Special Education
Which states have the highest population of students receiving special education? The darker the state color, the more students with special needs. Explore this map in more detail!
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What You Need to Know About Teaching Special Ed in Florida
/0 Comments/in Career Advancement /by Special Edu Careers StaffIf you’re considering a career in special education, the timing couldn’t be better. A recent U.S. News & World Report article laments the teacher-shortage crisis looming across the country and the particularly severe scarcity in special education. In fact, according to a study from the Learning Policy Institute, most states – including Florida – identified special education as a shortage area […]
What Degrees in Secondary Education Are Available?
/0 Comments/in Education /by SpecialEduWant to impact the mental, emotional and educational growth of future generations? Consider secondary education! Learn about the degree options here!
Top Challenges Facing Today’s Special Educators
/0 Comments/in Classroom Tips /by Special Edu Careers StaffEver since the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was introduced in 1975 – guaranteeing students with exceptional needs access to free and appropriate public education – the field of special education has changed substantially. One thing has remained constant: special education is a charged topic. From concerns on how to attract high-quality teaching candidates to optimizing curriculum and […]