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Heather M. Litster, M.Ed
Dec 30, 2024
A Brain Injury Thriver
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) thriver
Edward A. Martinelli, Ph.D.
Nov 14, 2024
Math Accommodations in the College Setting
In my experience, one of the hardest issues facing students with learning disabilities in college revolves around math and its impact
Jennie Gibson
Nov 14, 2024
Math Problems? It might be Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia is a learning disorder that affects a person’s ability to understand number-based information and math.Â
Deanne Shields
Nov 14, 2024
Book Review: My Thirteenth Winter
“Sometimes I try to go back and remember the me before I was ever diagnosed with a learning disability, back before I ever knew I was...
Deanne Shields
Aug 2, 2022
Preparing for the New School Year
Getting ready for the new school year can be exciting. Buying new clothes, school supplies, and the anticipation of spending more time...
Gaylia Tanner
Feb 1, 2022
Special Education Funding Explained
I have represented the Learning Disabilities Association of Utah (LDAU) this past year on the Utah PTA Special Needs Committee. This...
Tanner Shields
Feb 19, 2021
The Problem with Disabilities and Education
Imagine you are sitting in class, working on a paper for an assignment. The whole class is seated quietly writing, and suddenly the student
Richard Baer, Ph.D.
Feb 3, 2021
A Brief Discussion of Confusion in Learning Disabilities Determination
Given the confusion surrounding LD determination what are families to do?
Gaylia Tanner
Feb 1, 2021
WANT TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD ON THE HILL?
The first thing you need to do is know your state representative and senator.
Heidi Preece
Jan 22, 2021
Tips for a successful online experience
Set up a designated space for school Establish a routine. Try to do schoolwork at the same time every day Schedule breaks. Take time to mo
Edward A. Martinelli, Ph.D.
Jan 6, 2021
Test anxiety and the ADA
Many students at college experience anxiety when they have tests. Sometimes it can become quite intense.
Edward A. Martinelli, Ph.D.
Dec 28, 2020
Employees requesting Accommodation
For many, the process of requesting accommodations in schools is one that is familiar and the people to contact is well understood.
LDAU
Apr 10, 2020
Safer Cleaning at Home Against the Coronavirus
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cleaning and disinfecting information is an important topic being discussed in the news. Safer alternatives fo
LDAU
Apr 10, 2020
Learn Smarter Podcast
Here’s an interesting podcast on some IEP basics. It might help to explain the process for those who don’t know.
LDAU
Dec 2, 2019
Learning Tools from Microsoft to Help Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Microsoft is continually improving their accessible features to help students with disabilities unlock their full potential.
LDAU
Oct 22, 2019
Choosing a Tutor Trained with Orton Gillingham: What You Need to Know
When seeking an OG (Orton Gillingham) trained tutor for my child with dyslexia, what should I look for?
LDAU
Aug 29, 2019
What Every Adult Needs to Know
Each year as parents and adults we focus on all of the needs of our student as we get them ready for another year at school.
LDAU
Aug 28, 2019
Help Smooth out the Transition to a New School Year
The following are some suggestions about things parents have done to help smooth out that transition to the new school year.
LDAU
Jul 24, 2019
Marijuana is not Harmless and Negatively impacts Learning
Compared to their drug free peers, students who abuse marijuana get lower grades and are less likely to graduate.
LDAU
Jun 6, 2019
Planning for The Future for a Child with Special Needs
Having a child with special needs comes with unique concerns and extraordinary worries for the future. Who can you trust to care for your ch
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