Resources for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals |
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Annenberg Media
Learner.org
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www.learner.org
Annenberg Media Learner.org is a resource for teachers and "teacher professional development programming across the curriculum." As stated on the website, Annenberg Media's mission "is to advance excellent teaching in American schools through the development and distribution of multimedia resources for teaching and learning." Annenberg Media is "a unit of the Annenberg Foundation, which funds a wide range of programs in education and other areas."
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Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) |
www.autisminternetmodules.org
Autism Internet Modules (AIM): Topics include assessment and identification, characteristics, evidence-based practices and interventions, transition to adulthood, and employment.
www.autismnetwork.org
The Interactive Collaborative Autism Network (ICAN) is a project supported by a U.S. Department of Education Grant that offers information about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and on-line instructional modules on ASD.
www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/resources
The National Professional Development Center (NPDC) on ASD is a multi-university
center that promotes
use of evidence-based
practices for
children and adolescents with
autism spectrum
disorders. Comprehensive reviews of Evidence-Based Practices for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are posted on their website, whcih is updated regularly to reflect current literature.
www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/resources/resources_public_course
This is a link to the NPDC's Foundations of ASD Online Course
- www.nimh.nih.gov
- The National Institute of Health (NIH) provides information on ASD (including signs and symptoms, treatment, and research), as well as links to related resources, publications, and science news on their website.
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www.fldoe.org/safeschools/bullying
Link to information about Florida's Bullying Prevention Program and related resources.
Stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov
Link to the US Department of Health and Human Services' Stop Bullying Now! Campaign Web site created especially for adults. "Here you’ll find resources about bullying awareness, prevention and intervention. No matter how you interact with children and youth, there are many ways you can Take a Stand. Lend a Hand. Stop Bullying Now!"
mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/schoolviolence
Link to the Safe Schools/Healthy Students (SS/HS) Initiative's website. The SS/HS Initiative is "an unprecedented collaborative grant program designed to prevent violence and substance abuse among our Nation’s youth, schools, and communities. The Initiative is supported by three Federal agencies—the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (through SAMHSA’s Center for Mental Health Services), the U.S. Department of Education, and the U.S. Department of Justice."
www.aap.org/ConnectedKids
Link to the American Academy of Pediatrics: Children's Health Topics - Violence Prevention and Connected Kids: Safe, Strong, Secure ("a new AAP program that provides pediatricians and parents with guidance and strategies to take an asset-based approach to violence prevention from birth through 21 years of age. The program includes 21 handouts for parents and teens, covering topics such as Bullying, Discipline, Interpersonal Skills, Parenting, Suicide, and Television Violence."
http://aacap.org
Link to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Facts for Families.
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Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS) |
www.fldoe.org/ese
Link to the Florida Department of Education, Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS). |
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)
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http://card.ufl.edu/
Provides support and assistance with the goal of optimizing the potential of people with autism and related disabilities. Website contains links to resources, events, and more. |
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www.centeroninstruction.org
Source for information on Research-based Instruction. This site includes "a cutting-edge collection of scientifically based research and information on K-12 instruction in reading, math, science, special education, and English language learning. Part of the Comprehensive Center network, the Center on Instruction is one of five content centers serving as resources for the 16 regional U.S. Department of Education Comprehensive Centers."
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Department of Education (Florida DOE) |
www.fldoe.org/families
The Florida DOE has compiled information from various areas to assist families in learning more about their services. "Areas such as safety, school choice, testing are just a few of the many things available to you."
www.fldoe.org/educators
FL DOE's Educators area "has course descriptions, legislative links, information on standards and links to various sections of the Department of Education. Faculty members can find one-stop information relating to professional development, career options, certification, and other programs available."
www.fldoestem.org
The Florida Department of Education’s Office of Math and Science website provides on-line resources for educators and students.
[Link to the Florida Center for Research in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (FCR-STEM) can be found below].
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Department of Education (US DOE) |
www.ed.gov/about/overview/focus/online-services
Overview of online resources on the federal DOE website.
www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/hyc
Link to PUBLICATIONS: Helping Your Child Series
http://free.ed.gov/
Link to Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
http://dww.ed.gov/
Link to the US DOE's Doing What Works site.
This website includes excellent resources and research-based guidance on a range of topics including: Data-Driven Improvement, Quality Teaching, Literacy, Math and Science, Comprehensive Support, Early Childhood
www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/504faq
This document is a revised version of a document originally developed by the Chicago Office of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in the U.S. Department of Education (ED) to clarify the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (Section 504) in the area of public elementary and secondary education.
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Dropout Prevention Resources and Publications
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Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)
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www.eric.ed.gov
An online digital library of education research and information. ERIC is sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education and "provides ready access to education literature to support the use of educational research and information to improve practice in learning, teaching, educational decision-making, and research." |
Edutopia
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www.edutopia.org
Edutopia.org contains a deep archive of continually updated best practices, from classroom tips to recommendations for districtwide change. |
Family Network on Disabilities of Florida
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www.fndfl.org
A statewide network of families and individuals of all ages who may be at-risk, have disabilities, or have special needs and their families, professionals, and concerned citizens. |
F.D.L.R.S.
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www.fdlrs.org
The Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) provides diagnostic and instructional support services to district exceptional student education programs and families of students with exceptionalities statewide. FDLRS includes twenty Associate Centers that serve from one to nine school districts. |
Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR)
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www.fcrr.org
The Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR) disseminates information on research-based practices related to literacy instruction and assessment for children and provides technical assistance to Florida's schools. Instructional materials for teachers as well as a student activity center are among the resources found on their website. |
Florida Center for Research in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (FCR-STEM)
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www.fcrstem.org
"The mission of the Florida Center for Research in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (FCR-STEM) is to help the State of Florida improve K-12 teaching and learning in science, mathematics and technology and prepare students for higher education and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers in the 21st Century."
http://stem.fsu.edu/Educator-Resources
Link to FCR-STEM'S Educator-Resources
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Florida Best Practice Medication Child/Adolescent Guidelines
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http://flmedicaidbh.fmhi.usf.edu/recommended_child_guidelines.htm
Link to Florida Best Practice Medication Child/Adolescent Guidelines. This website will be of particular interest to physicians, mental health providers, school nurses, and other professionals who serve children and adolescents for whom treatment with psychotropic medications may be considered.
http://flmedicaidbh.fmhi.usf.edu/
Link to main page of the MEDICAID DRUG THERAPY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. This site includes Recommended Guidelines for the management of ADHD, Major Depression, and Aggressive and Self-Injurious Behaviors.
Please see the disclaimer on the website: "The Florida Best Practices Medication Guidelines for the use of psychotropic medication in children and adolescents reflect the state of knowledge, current at the time of publication, on effective and appropriate care, as well as clinical consensus judgments when research is lacking. The inevitable changes in the state of scientific information and technology mandate that periodic review, updating, and revisions will be needed. These guidelines do not apply to all patients and each must be adapted and tailored to each individual patient. Proper use, adaptation, modifications, or decisions to disregard these or other guidelines, in whole or in part, are entirely the responsibility of the clinician who uses the guidelines. The authors bear no responsibility for the use of these guidelines by third parties."
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IDEA Partnership
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www.ideapartnership.org
The IDEA Partnership is "dedicated to improving outcomes for students and youth with disabilities by joining state agencies and stakeholders through shared work and learning." The website includes information on RtI, IDEA 2004, and many tools and resources. |
IDEA
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Institute of Education Sciences (IES)
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- - Using Student Achievement Data to Support Instructional Decision Making
- - Helping Students Navigate the Path to College: What High Schools Can Do
- - Structuring Out-of-School Time to Improve Academic Achievement
- - Assisting Students Struggling with Mathematics: Response to Intervention (RtI) for Elementary and Middle Schools
- - Assisting Students Struggling with Reading: Response to Intervention (RtI) and Multi-Tier Intervention in the Primary Grades
- - Reducing Behavior Problems in the Elementary School Classroom
- - Dropout Prevention
- - Improving Adolescent Literacy: Effective Classroom and Intervention Practices
- - Turning Around Chronically Low-Performing Schools
- - Effective Literacy and English Language Instruction for English Learners in the Elementary Grades
- - Encouraging Girls in Math and Science
- - Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student Learning
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International Dyslexia Association
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www.interdys.org
International Definition of Dyslexia: Download PDF file
Dyslexia Basics: Download PDF file |
Just Read, Florida!
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www.justreadflorida.com
A comprehensive and coordinated reading initiative; information for students, parents, and teachers. |
LD Online
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Learning Systems Institute
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www.lsi.fsu.edu
The Learning Systems Institute, located on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, "is a multidisciplinary organization dedicated to bridging the gap between research and practice in education and training. The institute develops practical and workable solutions in learning and performance, based on solid research." |
National Academic Press (NAP)
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www.nap.edu/topics
"The National Academies work toward the improvement of education for the public. Research areas include education reform, teachers and instruction, and higher education and training. Through studies, reports, workshops, and other activities this research focuses on the most critical issues facing education: standards, teaching, technology, preparation of youth for productive futures, and the improvement of educational research."
- TOPICS include:
- Mathematics Learning in Early Childhood: Paths Toward Excellence and Equity (2009)
- Common Standards for K-12 Education?: Considering the Evidence: Summary of a Workshop Series (2008)
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National Center on Education Outcomes (NCEO)
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www.cehd.umn.edu/NCEO
Provides national leadership in the participation of students with disabilities in national and state assessments, standards-setting efforts, and graduation requirements.
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National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)
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www.ncset.org
"The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) coordinates national resources, offers technical assistance, and disseminates information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities in order to create opportunities for youth to achieve successful futures." |
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
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www.nichcy.org
The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities' website serves the nation "as a central source of information on:
disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth,
IDEA, which is the law authorizing special education,
No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities), and
research-based information on effective educational practices."
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National Dropout Prevention Centers
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www.dropoutprevention.org
Provides knowledge and promotes networking for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and families to increase opportunities for youth in at-risk situations to receive the quality education and services necessary to successfully graduate from high school. |
National Institute for Literacy (NIFL)
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www.nifl.gov
A federal agency which provides leadership on literacy issues and serves as a resource on current, comprehensive literacy research, practice, and policy. |
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
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Put Reading First: Helping Your Child Learn to Read
Put Reading First: The Research Building Blocks for Teaching Children to Read
Child and Adolescent Development Research and Teacher Education: Evidence-based Pedagogy, Policy, and Practice
Childhood Bilingualism: Current Status and Future Research Directions
Improving Academic Performance among American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Students: Assessment of Learning and Identification of Learning Disabilities
National Symposium on Learning Disabilities in English Language Learners (ELL)
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National Math & Science Initiative (NMSI)
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www.nationalmathandscience.org
Provides ideas and programs with proven effectiveness and quantifiable results. Efforts are directed to improving the current and future math and science teachers in the K-12 system and to raising the achievement of American students from the first grade through college. |
| National Stuttering Association
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www.nsastutter.org
The largest self-help support organization in the US for people who stutter. Provides links to find local support groups and events. |
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parentsmedguide.org
Information to help parents and families of children and adolescents with attention and mood disorders make informed decisions when considering treatment options.
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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
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www.pbis.org/
The Technical Assistance (TA) "Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports has been established by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), US Department of Education to give schools capacity-building information and technical assistance for identifying, adapting, and sustaining effective school-wide disciplinary practices."
www.pbis.org/rti
Learn more about Response to Intervention (RtI) & PBS
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Positive Behavioral Support (PBS)
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http://flpbs.fmhi.usf.edu
Learn about Florida's Positive Behavior Support Project and access related resources for teachers and school districts.
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Reading Rockets
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www.readingrockets.org
Reading Rockets is a national multimedia project offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help.
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Reasoning Mind
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www.reasoningmind.org
Reasoning Mind partners with schools, helping teachers use RM as a core math curriculum. A Reasoning Mind classroom is a hybrid of online and face-to-face instruction, where the teacher gives each child individual help and attention.
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Response to Intervention (RtI)
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www.florida-rti.org
"The Florida Response to Intervention (RtI) website provides a central, comprehensive location for Florida-specific information and resources that promote schoolwide practices to ensure highest possible student achievement in both academic and behavioral pursuits."
http://floridarti.usf.edu
Link to Florida’s Problem Solving/Response-to-Intervention Project.
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schoolpsychiatry.org
"This site was created for – and
by – parents, educators, and clinicians working together to support children and teens with mental health conditions.
The site will help you meet the needs of young people with depression, bipolar disorder, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorders, and anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder."
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http://schwabfoundation.org
"Enables parents to become informed consumers of information about learning and attention problems and effective advocates for their children by providing trustworthy information and guidance in an online environment of compassion and community."
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Smithsonian Education
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www.smithsonianeducation.org
Information and resources for educators, families, and students. |
Stuttering Foundation of America
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www.stutteringhelp.org
Free online resources, services, and support to those who stutter, their families, and teachers.
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Teacher Tube
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www.teachertube.com
Provides an online community for sharing instructional videos. Teachers can post videos designed for students to view in order to learn a skill/concept. |
Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention (TACSEI)
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www.challengingbehavior.org
TACSEI takes the research that shows which practices improve the social-emotional outcomes for young children with, or at risk for, delays or disabilities and creates free products and resources to help decision-makers, caregivers, and service providers apply these best practices in the work they do every day
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www.fyitransition.org
Provides information, resources, games, and other interactive media for students, families, and transition professionals.
www.ncset.org
"The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) coordinates national resources, offers technical assistance, and disseminates information related to secondary education and transition for youth with disabilities in order to create opportunities for youth to achieve successful futures."
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What Works Clearhouse (WWC)-Practice Guides
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http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/publications/practiceguides
"An initiative of the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences, the WWC:
- Produces user-friendly practice guides for educators that address instructional challenges with research-based recommendations for schools and classrooms;
- Assesses the rigor of research evidence on the effectiveness of interventions (programs, products, practices, and policies), giving educators the tools to make informed decisions;
- Develops and implements standards for reviewing and synthesizing education research; and
- Provides a public and easily accessible registry of education evaluation researchers to assist schools, school districts, and program developers with designing and carrying out rigorous evaluations."
"Practice guides provide practical recommendations for educators to help them address the everyday challenges they face in their classrooms and schools. Developed by a panel of nationally recognized experts, practice guides consist of actionable recommendations, strategies for overcoming potential roadblocks, and an indication of the strength of evidence supporting each recommendation. IES practice guides are subjected to rigorous external peer review." |
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