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Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
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1 to 12While bipolar disorders (also known as manic-depression) are typically managed by health care professionals, students with these disorders may require a variety of special attention...more
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While bipolar disorders (also known as manic-depression) are typically managed by health care professionals, students with these disorders may require a variety of special attention and modifications. This site - written primarily for parents - explains bipolar disorders and offers strategies to help young people afflicted with these disorders.'?
tag(s): polar (10), psychology (65)
For Teens: Warning Signs of Violence
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6 to 12This American Psychological Association page is written to help teenagers know how to identify signs of potential violence. More importantly, the site offers teens ideas on what they...more
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This American Psychological Association page is written to help teenagers know how to identify signs of potential violence. More importantly, the site offers teens ideas on what they should do if and when they see these symptoms in other young people.
tag(s): psychology (65)
In the Classroom
Teachers and counselors may find this information helpful in dealing with students' questions or fears.Warning Signs for Violence in Children
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1 to 12The American Psychological Association offers this page listing behaviors that may be warning signs of violent behavior in children. This page breaks symptoms out by age group, noting...more
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The American Psychological Association offers this page listing behaviors that may be warning signs of violent behavior in children. This page breaks symptoms out by age group, noting behaviors which are indicative in each age group.
tag(s): psychology (65)
Inclusion Resource Network
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1 to 12This is the site to visit if you have more specific questions on inclusion. The most useful tool is the searchable database, where you can type in a search word ...more
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This is the site to visit if you have more specific questions on inclusion. The most useful tool is the searchable database, where you can type in a search word or check off one of the many categories to find information in the form of magazine articles, pamphlets, videos, and more. A short summary describes each resource, so you can see if it's really what you're looking for.
tag(s): behavior (43)
Inclusive Education Website
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1 to 12A simply-designed site for those who know very little about inclusion. It covers the basic philosophy behind inclusion and the legal requirements for inclusion, plus everything from...more
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A simply-designed site for those who know very little about inclusion. It covers the basic philosophy behind inclusion and the legal requirements for inclusion, plus everything from teacher and administrative strategies to student preparation to financial considerations. There is also a helpful list of other resources which includes books, organizations, and links to sites that carry videos and other helpful materials. A good site to start with if you're not sure where to begin.
tag(s): learning disability (21)
Gallaudet University
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1 to 12Located in Washington, DC, this is the world's only university for deaf undergraduate students. Graduate degree programs and continuing education programs are also available. Hearing...more
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Located in Washington, DC, this is the world's only university for deaf undergraduate students. Graduate degree programs and continuing education programs are also available. Hearing students are also welcome, and financial aid and scholarships are available.
tag(s): air (99)
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
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1 to 12NTID is the world's first and largest technological college for deaf students, marking the first effort to educate large numbers of deaf students within a college campus originally...more
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NTID is the world's first and largest technological college for deaf students, marking the first effort to educate large numbers of deaf students within a college campus originally designed for hearing students. Besides the typical college curriculum, NTID also has programs that prepare students to work in fields related to deaf people. NTID is located in Rochester, NY.
tag(s): air (99)
DB-LINK: The National Information Clearinghouse on Children who are Deaf-Blind
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1 to 12DB-LINK is a federally-funded information service that offers information on people under age 21 who are deaf-blind. They have many brochures concerning how to interact and communicate...more
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DB-LINK is a federally-funded information service that offers information on people under age 21 who are deaf-blind. They have many brochures concerning how to interact and communicate with these children, which are available to read online. The site also features two databases: one with bibliographical information on deaf-blindness and one with federal, state and local resources. Both educators and parents will find this information helpful.
tag(s): communication (130), sign language (11), Special Needs (52)
In the Classroom
Refer this site to fellow teachers who are working with hearing or seeing impaired students, for them to both use and pass on to parents. If you have students this site applies to, make sure to post the site on the teacher web page to accommodate parents.Auditory-Verbal International, Inc.
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1 to 12AVI is a nonprofit international membership organization that promotes listening and speaking as a way of life for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The auditory-verbal approach...more
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AVI is a nonprofit international membership organization that promotes listening and speaking as a way of life for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The auditory-verbal approach helps these children learn in regular classrooms and living environments and to become independent, participating citizens in mainstream society. They offer a newsletter, information on conferences and events, and a chat room. This site is more for parents interested in this approach for their child.
tag(s): air (99)
National Association of the Deaf
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1 to 12The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the largest organization representing people with disabilities in the United States. They sponsor some great youth programs as well, including...more
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The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the largest organization representing people with disabilities in the United States. They sponsor some great youth programs as well, including a summer camp. Click on "About NAD," then scroll to the bottom of the page and click on "Youth Programs."
tag(s): air (99)
In the Classroom
Not a great deal of information for teachers, but they have feature articles from their monthly magazine and you can call or e-mail them for information.Deafness/Hard of Hearing
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1 to 12This site is a launch pad for almost any question you can ask about deafness. The links are of the general information variety rather than teacher-oriented, but if you know ...more
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This site is a launch pad for almost any question you can ask about deafness. The links are of the general information variety rather than teacher-oriented, but if you know very little about deafness, this is a fine place to start. Includes feature articles, a chat room and bulletin board, plus recommended books (including children's) and videos (that feature deaf characters, not videos about deafness). One must-visit link: signing dictionaries.
tag(s): air (99)
In the Classroom
Share this link with teachers who have a deaf student for the first time and are curious for more information. This site would also be a great research spring board into one of the many conditions that cause deafness. If students are working on a research project, refer them to the site in their quest to narrow their topic or to garner general information.Captioned Media Program
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1 to 12Information on captioning of video, film, and other audiovisual media. The site includes a library of titles, listings of new titles, and registration information for persons with individualized...more
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Information on captioning of video, film, and other audiovisual media. The site includes a library of titles, listings of new titles, and registration information for persons with individualized needs. Could also be useful for teachers who need to adapt curriculum content to meet the needs of a hearing-impaired student.''''?
tag(s): video (267)
ASL Browser
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1 to 12This site offers short quicktime movies showing ASL gestures conveying concepts and phrases. All are available alphabelically, and the clips are brief enough that they load efficiently,...more
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This site offers short quicktime movies showing ASL gestures conveying concepts and phrases. All are available alphabelically, and the clips are brief enough that they load efficiently, even with a slow connection. This is a very useful resource for those who may not have access to other sign tutoring resources.
tag(s): air (99)
ADHD - National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
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1 to 12This site provides highlights of current research on ADHD, and provides references to specific scientific studies. Most interesting for teachers maybe the tab at the top titled "Start."...more
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This site provides highlights of current research on ADHD, and provides references to specific scientific studies. Most interesting for teachers maybe the tab at the top titled "Start." Slide down to ADDA Resources and find "ADHD Education." There are many articles for help with adult ADHD, too. Find webinars, a directory of ADHD professionals, support groups, workshops and much more.
tag(s): adhd (27), disabilities (32), learning disability (21), Special Needs (52)
In the Classroom
This is a great resource to share with parents at the beginning of the year, and list on your class website! Ask your administrator to place a link on your school's resources page to share with staff and students.(NOT) Just for Teachers
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1 to 12Tips for teachers! This page suggests things that teachers can do to help students with learning differences succeed in the regular classroom. ...more
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Tips for teachers! This page suggests things that teachers can do to help students with learning differences succeed in the regular classroom.
tag(s): adhd (27)
NIMH on ADD
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1 to 12This site from the National Institutes of Mental Health provides a retrospective review of treatment options for persons with ADHD disorders. There is significant coverage of "multi-modal"...more
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This site from the National Institutes of Mental Health provides a retrospective review of treatment options for persons with ADHD disorders. There is significant coverage of "multi-modal" therapies for ADHD, as well as a long section of questions and answers. There are also numerous links to other resources both inside and outside the National Institutes of Health.
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tag(s): adhd (27)
Hello Friend - The Ennis William Cosby Foundation
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1 to 12This inspiring site honors the memory of Bill Cosby's son Ennis and provides information about learning and learning differences. The site provides specific help and resources for teachers...more
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This inspiring site honors the memory of Bill Cosby's son Ennis and provides information about learning and learning differences. The site provides specific help and resources for teachers and parents.
tag(s): adhd (27)
Guiding Principles for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Attention Deficit
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1 to 12This page presents Guiding Principles for identification and treatment of ADD/ADHD. The site states: " These Guiding Principles represent a synthesis of lay and professional literature,...more
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This page presents Guiding Principles for identification and treatment of ADD/ADHD. The site states: " These Guiding Principles represent a synthesis of lay and professional literature, the experiences of clinicians and conversations with thousands of patients and families. This is National ADDA's working philosophy regarding some critical components of high-quality assessment and treatment."
tag(s): adhd (27)
Fact Sheet on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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1 to 12A page full of helpful general facts and definitions of ADHD/ADD. Source: National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) ...more
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A page full of helpful general facts and definitions of ADHD/ADD. Source: National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
tag(s): adhd (27)
Educational Strategies for Children with ADD
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1 to 12This page provides anecdotal and "case study" narrative information on educational options for ADHD/ADD children. Source: National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) ...more
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This page provides anecdotal and "case study" narrative information on educational options for ADHD/ADD children. Source: National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
tag(s): adhd (27)