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Asian College of Teachers, one of the Asian leaders in teacher education always ensures that the students enrolling in the courses should have access to the high quality training as well as enhanced employment opportunities. ACT is proud to be a member of several esteemed professional bodies and is accredited by distinguished organizations. Asian College of Teachers' array of teacher training courses is exhaustive with complete focus on current demands in the field of special education and allied areas.

6 Practical Approaches To Address The SPED Teacher Shortage Crisis

5th April 2024

Every school year starts with a lot of surprises. You sometimes get your class rosters rather late in the game, and you never know which children will have IEPs in your class. Your SPED instructor is one of the other teachers you work with often.   However, as a result of the nationwide teacher shortage, an increasing number of instructors are feeling the impacts of the shortfall. Let’s dive right into why there is a teacher shortage and what you can do about it.   Why Is There ...

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Differences Between An IEP And 504 Plan Every Special Educator Must Know

18th March 2024

Even seasoned special educators with SEN CACHE-endorsed courses credentials have occasions when they cannot understand the distinctions between a 504 plan and an IEP. They fail to figure out where to start since they lack guidance and support on the whole matter. The plans, however, are multifaceted and have several functions. So, which is preferable, a 504 plan or an IEP? Read on to find out.   What Is An IEP?   The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) governs an IEP. ...

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Understanding And Managing Adjustment Disorder In Your Child: A Guide For Special Need Educators And Parents

15th January 2024

Children are one of the purest and most emotional beings that humankind has ever seen. No adult can see children or teenagers going through any emotional turmoil or discomfort. In today’s world children and teenagers are going through adjustment disorders. Adjustment disorder is a mental health condition that can get triggered within children who face stressful or emotional situations Some common adjustment disorders in children are- losing their loved ones or going through major life chan ...

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SPED Rooms: A Happy Space For Teachers And Students Alike!

18th October 2023

Special educational needs are more than just a profession. You need a loving heart and an understanding mind to be an effective and efficient special educator. And not to mention, even individuals who have completed special education courses for teachers are prone to everyday challenges. If you are an instructor you are pretty aware of the scenario that goes inside an everyday classroom. You have unique students, unique needs, and of course dreadful IEPs. Amidst all this, one sphere that you als ...

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Boost Your Child With Autism Social Skills With Fun-Filling Summer Activities: Comprehensive Guide

1st September 2023

Families who have children with special abilities like autism have to take extra care of their children for their proper overall growth in every aspect of their lives. It’s very common to witness children with autism globally because according to autismresources.co.za, the autism prevalence is increasing year by year.   Source: autismresources.co.za   So, it’s every family member and caretaker to help those children with autism thrive in their lives and to make su ...

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Echolalia And ADHD: Understanding The Connection And Impact On Children's Lives

26th July 2023

Echolalia is a fascinating and often misunderstood phenomenon involving the repetition of words or phrases spoken by others. It can be a normal part of language development in young children, but when it persists beyond a certain age or is associated with other developmental disorders, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it requires closer examination. In this essay, we will explore the concept of echolalia, its different types, the connection between ADHD and echolalia, sym ...

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