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Richard Taylor

U.S.

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Expertise

I am able to answer most special education question. I can answer questions about IEP's, time lines, educational needs, special education problems with districts, teachers, other students. I can answer questions regarding proper programs and educational practices. I am comfortable answering a variety of questions in relation to, not only special education, but education in general.

Experience in the area

I have experience in special education, general education, with specific experience with all forms of special needs, administration, parent concerns and student educational needs and programs.

Education/Credentials

I have a Masters in Special Education and an undergraduate degree in Business with a minor in Religious Studies.

Awards and Honors

Leadership awards from various organizations including my Alma Matter and schools.

What do you like about this subject?

There has never been a time in the history of man where education has had a more prominent role in our society, nor have we experienced a more volatile educational environment. The idea of an education has changed and the importance of an education has never been greater, the need for clarity has never been needed more.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Phyll	10/06/09	9	9	10	10
Jess	09/09/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you for your prompt and helpful .....
Cyndi	09/08/09	9	9	9	9	Thanks so much!
Debra	07/22/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much. I wish I .....
Sarah	07/07/09	10	10	10	10

Recent Answers from Richard Taylor

2009-10-05 Private School & 504 Plan & College Board:

Thank you for your question. This is a very complicated and difficult position for you and your son to be in. Firstly you decided to provide private education for you son and that alone is problematic

2009-09-17 high or low IEP students per district:

There are too many variables to answer that question. The number of special ed students can vary wildly and range from environmental issues to liberal testing protocols. Unfortunately in order to answer

2009-09-16 STudents with IEP recieving F's from teachers not accomodating:

Thank you for your question. The teachers in your district need to understand that they are legally obligated to the goals of the IEP and are thus required by law to make the requested accommodations

2009-09-09 providing good teaching and special education students:

First of all I apologize for the length of this answer but I wanted to make sure you read this in its entirety. I am against full inclusion in any form for the simple reason that a students IEP mandates

2009-09-06 resource:

He can be sat near near the teacher for easy redirection. He can be given specific tasks to keep him busy and on task. He can be given a computer to help him stay focused on the lessons in front of him

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