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Special Education & Autism Resources

In support of parents and professionals, Watson provides information and services through a series of special education and autism resources. Through its family of special education schools and services, the Watson Institute helps children and youth with special needs to achieve their fullest potential in all aspects of their lives.

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Question Jar Strategy to Improve Student Participation

Increase class participation by creating a question jar to help all students with special needs engage during lessons. What is a Question Jar Strategy? A question jar is a jar (or can) […]

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Question Cards for Students

For students who continually ask questions unrelated to class, use a set of Question Cards as a visual tool to help. What are Question Cards? A set of Question Cards […]

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Look Again Folder to Provide Positive Corrections

A Look Again Folder can help educators provide positive corrections to students’ schoolwork while minimizing negative responses. Why is a Look Again Folder helpful? Using a Look Again Folder can […]

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Question Answer Relationship (QAR) Strategy

Help students with learning disabilities become independent learners with comprehension strategies like Question Answer Relationship (QAR). What is Question Answer Relationship (QAR)? QAR is a reading strategy that teaches students […]

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Proximity Learning Strategy to Refocus Students

When a student doesn’t seem to be paying attention in class, proximity and asking simple questions alone can help to refocus the student. What is a Proximity Learning Strategy? Standing […]

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  • About Us
    • Locations
      • Pittsburgh, PA
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      • Sharpsburg, PA
      • South Fayette, PA
      • Wexford, PA
    • Blog
    • Events
    • Giving
      • Donate
      • PA Tax Credit Program
      • Leave a Legacy
      • Donor Advised Funds
      • Pro-Am Golf Tournament
    • History
    • Mission, Vision & Values
    • Senior Staff
      • Special Education Program Senior Staff
  • Schools
    • Education Center Sewickley
    • Education Center South
    • Friendship Academy
    • LEAP Preschool
    • WISCA
    • Safety and Wellness
      • School Lunch Programs
  • Programs
    • Behavioral Health Services
      • Diagnostic Testing
      • Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
      • Therapy Services
      • FAQs
      • Request an Appointment
      • Make a Payment
    • Transition Services
    • Training & Consultation
      • TEACCH Autism Program Training
  • Learning Tips
    • Resources
    • Educator Insights
    • Classroom Strategies
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Social Skills PowerPoints
    • Social Stories
    • Structured Learning Classrooms
    • Core Vocabulary Speech Therapy
    • Special Education Resource Books
    • Internet Resources
  • Careers
    • Special Education
    • Subs & Seasonal
    • Admin & Custodians
    • Behavioral Health
    • Internships
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