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The challenge of a broken pencil: From dealing with meltdowns to setting a routine, Rhonda Layman shares communication and management strategies for students with autism spectrum disorders.; Format: article; By Waverly Harrell.

English language learners and special education testing: In Bridging Spanish language barriers in Southern schools, page 3.4; English language learners are often incorrectly labeled with learning disabilities because of inffective diagnostic tests. A more effective model of testing and instruction would be based upon the educational concepts of scaffolding instruction and the Zone of Proximal Development.; Format: article; By Mary Faith Mount-Cors.

Hands-on biology: Hands-on science exploration clarifies difficult concepts and engages learners who have difficulty in more traditional classrooms. This article looks at an inquiry-based classroom that meets the needs of all of its students.; Format: article/best practice; By Waverly Harrell.

The law and disabilities: A brief overview of two major laws — the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 — that protect students with disabilities in schools.; By Margaret P. Weiss.

Nothing exceptional: For teachers, the task is to determine which strategies will help students with learning disabilities succeed, both in our classrooms and beyond.; By Janet Ploghoft.

Special education in Mexico: In Bridging Spanish language barriers in Southern schools, page 3.3; In the 1990s, the inclusive education movement gained ground in Mexico, which resulted in the mainstreaming of special needs students into regular classrooms. The effects of this movement can be seen in the educational policies and services focusing on special needs students in Mexico.; Format: article; By Mary Faith Mount-Cors.

Two paths to knowledge: For students who who always finish their class work early or want more information than you have time to give, try curriculum compacting.; By Waverly Harrell.

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