Thursday, April 29, 2010

Visual Learning in Autism

Visual Learning in Autism - "Visual supports take advantage of the generally stronger visual processing capabilities of students with autism spectrum disorder"

Friday, April 23, 2010

21st Century Explorer

New Britannica Site Helps Reading-Challenged Students; 21st Century Explorer has two levels of reference resources, videos, news, more.

High school students who read below grade level, have specific learning problems, or are at risk of falling behind now have an online reference and learning resource geared to their needs, with 21st Century Explorer from Britannica Digital Learning.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Orca Book

Orca Book - Orca is a publisher of quality, award-winning books for children and teens and reluctant readers of all ages. From beautifully illustrated picturebooks through captivating juvenile fiction and compelling novels for teen readers to professionally-written teachers' guides, Orca is dedicated to bringing the best possible books to young readers.

Monday, April 19, 2010

April Autism Awareness Month

April Autism Awareness Month - Check out all the great resources.

TeuxDuex

TeuxDuex -A really simple to do list for students. Organized by the days of the week students can type in assignments and access the list at home and school.

Autism iPhone breakthrough: from tantrums to app-y days

Autism iPhone breakthrough: from tantrums to app-y days - Few can legitimately boast that an iPhone app changed their life but for 10-year-old Grace Domican, unable to speak due to autism, the touchscreen phone has given her a voice for the first time.

Monday, April 5, 2010