Special Education Blog
Accommodations Versus Modifications
- Accommodations are changes to instructional or testing procedures or materials that allow a student to fully access the information and to accurately demonstrate knowledge.
Executive Functioning
"The executive functions are a set of processes that all have to do with managing oneself and one's resources in order to achieve a goal. It is an umbrella term for the neurologically-based skills involving mental control and self-regulation."
Dyslexia
Dyslexia affects reading at the single word level, reading fluency and rate, and spelling. In turn, these weaknesses cause difficulties with reading comprehension and written expression. According to the research, the major cognitive correlates of dyslexia include weaknesses in one or more of the following abilities: phonological awareness,...
Behavior Accommodations
When you see this behavior... Try this accommodation
Dysgraphia
Dysgraphia is an issue that impacts written language by affecting both information and motor processing. It can cause trouble with many aspects of writing.
Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia is an issue that can impact fine and gross motor skills, possibly resulting in poor handwriting ability. It can also affect a person's conception of how his or her body moves in space.
Present Levels of Academic Achievement & Functional Performance is a key element for IEP development.









