1. Autism
1.1. Subcategories of Pervasive Developmental Disorder
1.1.1. Autism
1.1.2. Asperger Syndrome
1.1.3. Rett Syndrome
1.1.4. Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
1.1.5. Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified
1.2. Interventions and Modifications
1.2.1. Early Intervention
1.2.1.1. Counseling and training for the family
1.2.1.2. Nutrition services
1.2.1.3. Psychological services
1.2.2. Special Education and School Services
1.2.2.1. Focus on improving communication
1.2.2.2. Offer social, academic, behavioral, and daily living skills training
1.2.2.3. Consistant and predictable classroom environment
1.2.2.4. Case Study: Josh
2. Visual Impairment Including Blindness
2.1. Subcategories
2.1.1. Strabismus
2.1.2. Congenital Cataracts
2.1.3. Retinopathy of Prematurity
2.1.4. Retinitis Pigmentosa
2.1.5. Coloboma
2.1.6. Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
2.1.7. Cortical Visual Impairment
2.1.8. Blindness
2.2. Assistive Technology
2.2.1. Bold Markers for Writing
2.2.2. Dark-Lined Paper (Easier to See When Writing)
2.2.3. Large Print Calculator for Math Problems
2.2.4. Case Study: Mason
2.3. Special Education and School Services
2.3.1. Priority Seating
2.3.2. Notetakers
2.3.3. Readers
2.3.4. Individualized Education Plan
3. Deaf-Blindness
3.1. Assistive Technology
3.1.1. Assistive Listening Devices
3.1.2. Screen Braille Communicator
3.2. Special Education and School Services
3.2.1. Interpreters
3.2.2. Notetakers
3.2.3. Tutors
3.2.4. Readers
4. Deafness
4.1. Subcategories
4.1.1. Conductive hearing loss
4.1.2. Sensorineural hearing loss
4.1.3. Mixed Hearing Loss
4.1.4. Central Hearing Loss
4.2. Assistive Technology
4.2.1. Captioned Films/Videos
4.2.2. Jonathan Case Study
4.3. Special Education and School Services
4.3.1. Speech, Language, and Auditory Training from Specialists
4.3.2. Interpretor
4.3.3. Favorable Seating (to Facilitate Lip Reading
5. Developmental Delay
5.1. Subcategories
5.1.1. Physical development
5.1.2. Cognitive development
5.1.3. Communication development
5.1.4. Social or emotional development
5.1.5. Adaptive development
5.2. Assistive Technology
5.2.1. iPad or Android Apps to Improve Fine Motor and Cognitive Skills
5.3. Special Education and School Services
5.3.1. Notetaker
5.3.2. Individualized Education Plan
5.3.3. Visual Representation of Daily Schedule
5.3.4. Scaffolding
6. Emotional Disturbance
6.1. Subcategories
6.1.1. Anxiety Disorders
6.1.2. Bipolar Disorder
6.1.3. Conduct Disorders
6.1.4. Eating Disorders
6.1.5. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
6.1.6. Psychotic Disorders
6.2. Assistive Technology
6.2.1. Behavior Chart
6.2.2. Points Sheet
6.2.3. Book of Possibilities
6.2.4. Talklight
6.2.5. Positive Reinforcement Games (iPad or Wii)
6.3. Special Education and School Services
6.3.1. Positive Behavioral Support
6.3.2. Counseling and Psychological Services
6.3.3. Individualized Education Plan
6.4. Case Studies
6.4.1. Bipolar Disorder
7. Hearing Impairment
7.1. Assistive Technology
7.1.1. Captioned Films/Videos
7.1.2. Amplification System
7.1.3. Hearing Aid
7.1.4. Case Study: Jean
7.2. Special Education and School Services
7.2.1. Priority Seating (Front of Classroom)
7.2.2. Reduce Classroom Noise
8. Intellectual Disability
8.1. Assistive Technology
8.1.1. Communication Boards
8.1.2. Communicators that Allow Students to Select Images to Express Their Thoughts
8.2. Special Education and School Services
8.2.1. Individualized Education Plan
8.2.2. Adaptive Skills Training
8.2.3. One-on-One Aide
8.2.4. Chunk Assignments
9. Multiple Disabilities
9.1. Causes
9.1.1. Chromosomal abnormalities
9.1.2. Premature birth
9.1.3. Difficulties after birth
9.1.4. Poor development of the brain or spinal cord
9.1.5. Infections
9.1.6. Genetic disorders
9.1.7. Injuries from accidents
9.2. Special Education and School Services
9.2.1. Wide Range of Abilities in this Category
9.2.2. Capitalize on Strengths of Student
9.2.3. Make Modifications Based on Abilities
9.2.4. Use a Combination of Strategies for Each Disability
10. Orthopedic Impairment
10.1. Subcategories
10.1.1. Poliomyelitis
10.1.2. Bone Tuberculosis
10.1.3. Cerebral Palsy
10.1.4. Amputations
10.1.5. Contractures (caused by fractures or burns)
10.2. Assistive Technology
10.2.1. Speech Recognition Software
10.2.2. Screen Reading Software
10.2.3. Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices (such as Communication Boards)
10.2.4. academic software packages for students with disabilities
10.2.5. Canes
10.2.6. Walkers
10.2.7. Wheelchairs
10.2.8. Specialized Chairs, Desks, and Tables
10.2.9. Case Study: Elle
10.3. Special Education and School Services
10.3.1. Physical Therapy Sessions
10.3.2. Speech and Language Development Help
10.3.3. Special Seating Arrangements to Develop Posture and Movements
10.3.4. Instruction Focused on Development of Gross and Fine Motor Skills
11. Other Health Impairment
11.1. Subcategories
11.1.1. ADD and AH/HD
11.1.2. Diabetes
11.1.3. Epilepsy
11.1.4. Heart Conditions
11.1.5. Hemophilia
11.1.6. Lead Poisoning
11.1.7. Leukemia
11.1.8. Nephritis
11.1.9. Rheumatic fever
11.1.10. Sickle Cell Anemia
11.1.11. Tourette syndrome
11.2. Assistive Technology
11.2.1. Voice Recognition Software
11.2.2. Speech to Text Software
11.2.3. Voice Recordings in Class
11.3. Special Education and School Services
11.3.1. Special Feedings
11.3.2. Clean Intermittent Catheterization
11.3.3. Medication Safely Dispensed
11.3.4. Conducting and/or Promoting Education and Skills Training for All (including the Child) who Serve as Caregivers in the School Setting.
12. Specific Learning Disability
12.1. Subcategories
12.1.1. Dyslexia
12.1.2. Dysgraphia
12.1.3. Dyscalculia
12.2. Assistive Technology
12.2.1. Recording Devices to Record Lectures
12.2.2. Speech to Text Software
12.2.3. Case Study: Joseph
12.3. Special Education and School Services
12.3.1. Chunk Large Assignments
12.3.2. Provide Both Verbal and Written Instruction
12.3.3. Organizational Skills Training
12.3.4. Individualized Education Plan
13. Speech or Language Impairment
13.1. Subcategories
13.2. Assistive Technology
13.2.1. Augmentative or Alternative Communication (AAC)
13.2.2. Electronic AAC
13.2.3. First Words
13.3. Special Education and School Services
13.3.1. Meetings with Speech and Language Pathology Specialist
13.3.2. Individualized Education Plan
14. Traumatic Brain Injury
14.1. Assistive Technology
14.1.1. Talking Calendar or Clock
14.1.2. Pre-Recorded Reminders of Routine
14.2. Special Education and School Services
14.2.1. Give Additional Time to Complete Assignments
14.2.2. Give Additional Time to Complete Assignments
14.2.3. Give Directions One Step at a Time
14.2.4. Have Consistent Classroom Routines