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English Learners With Disabilities: The Rules Schools Have to Follow
Schools can't force English learners with disabilities to choose between special ed. and language instruction—and other tips ...
‘I’m really terrified’: Disability rights advocates concerned about return of r-word
Its use was banned in policymaking more than a decade ago. But recently it has cropped up in high-profile ways , putting ...
New program at Annapolis restaurant teaches adults with intellectual disabilities cooking skills
Sixteen adults with intellectual disabilities spent a day in early November learning to cook lasagna at Maggiano’s Little ...
NI rise creates massive hole - disability charity
A charity for disabled adults has said it will be nearly a quarter of a million pounds worse off because of changes to ...
Nicole Zeitzer Johnson, whose daughter Josie has FOXG1 syndrome, on mission to promote disability inclusion
she encouraged students to share their experiences with people with disabilities and fielded questions about Josie. “Almost ...
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Taking on someone with a learning disability can really work
The Fraser of Allander Institute’s latest research suggests that while employers have a desire to recruit people with learning disabilities, they are lacking an understanding of how to do so. Our ...
Learning disability charity founder made MBE
The founder and president of an Oxford charity that advocates for adults with learning disabilities has officially become an ...
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Truro woman with learning disability went from being homeless to a company director
The team at Home Group helped Sam find a home in Truro within three months and soon after, she started volunteering her time ...
Orlando 'RAISE' program teaches life skills to young people with disabilities
The "RAISE" program, funded by Shalom Orlando, pairs each student with a coach who guides and encourages them to step out of their comfort zones and acquire new life skills.
Adult literacy policy: where are the voices of those with disabilities?
An investigation by a Waikato University student has revealed no one with a learning disability has ever been asked about, or ...
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The Essential Skill Students With Learning Differences Need
It’s not enough for schools to help students with learning differences or disabilities shore up their academic weaknesses. Students also need to learn how to communicate with others—particularly ...
Centenary Court learning disability service to open
A new service in Maryport will provide support for people with learning disabilities. Centenary Court, managed by housing association and care provider Home Group, will offer full-time residential ...