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  Some studies indicate that emotional intelligence is a better predictor of success than IQ. Emotional intelligence has also been implicated in executive functioning skills deficits. We see many students who have difficulty managing emotions and, as a result, have … Continue reading →

        YouTube has become a powerful tool in education. In our center, we have used YouTube to assist students with understanding vocabulary terms and various concepts they may not have previously experienced. However, one of the challenges … Continue reading →

  During my last doctoral course, some members of my cohort engaged in a discussion (more like a debate) about the appropriateness of using social media to communicate with students. Some claimed that they used social media sites such as … Continue reading →

Got an iPad several months ago and I’m constantly discovering new things I can do with it. Recently downloaded the Blogsy app. Let’s see if it works!  

Carol Gray, founder of the Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding, explains that social stories describe situations in terms of perspectives, social cues and common responses. In our experience at DOORS, social stories are written in a specific format … Continue reading →

By now most of us have already seen this video, but, for me, always a great one to revisit. Carly Fleischmann, was diagnosed with autism and was nonverbal for much of her early life. Technology gave her a voice. If … Continue reading →

Parents often ask me how they can best help their children with spelling. Here are some tips I’m pleased to share. Keep in mind that the goal is to make spelling practice efficient so your child putting focus where it … Continue reading →

CAPSO, the California Association of Private School Organizations, supports private school education based on the belief of educational options and parent choice. As an educator for DOORS Educational Center and a consultant for Alternative Designs for Special Education, I am … Continue reading →

This is the last week to sign up for Mary Pratt’s “Best Chance at Success for Special Needs Children.” Parents will learn to understand their child’s needs; navigate behavior management; and increase cooperation. The seminar meets on Mondays, October 10-24, … Continue reading →