by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Apr 24, 2020 | School/Special Education Misc
Recently, we talked about the mythologies associated with the 504 Plan, trying to put some of these to rest (https://shutdownlearner.com/504-you/) This week we extend the discussion by talking about the realities of accommodations and modifications. Keep in mind the...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Apr 17, 2020 | School/Special Education Misc
Parents will come to me seeking a 504 Plan for their child. It is my sense that the 504 Plan, while now part of casual language, is not fully understood and is fraught with a great deal of “on-the-street” mythology. You know how it goes, your friend or neighbor...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Apr 10, 2020 | Assessment
In this business of consulting with parents about their children’s struggles over the years, I have many standard lines that I find myself using over and over. One of them is that what I do is, “not like real medicine.” My point is not to be self-deprecating,...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Apr 3, 2020 | Dyslexia/Reading & Learning Disabilities
This week we were honored to be asked to take part in a Q & A webinar sponsored by Reading Horizons. Donell Pons, a reading/learning specialist based in Utah, and I kick it around in this informal chat. Hope you enjoy: Here’s the link: Reading Horizons...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Mar 27, 2020 | Two Minute Tidbit Tips
In today’s Two Minute Tidbit Tip, Dr. Selznick discusses why structure and rules are so important for children, especially during these challenging times.
