A Special Education Teacher, Administrator and Lawyer walk into a bar....all you ever wanted to know about special education
Robin Fabiano, Abigail Hanscom, Angela SmagulaIn this podcast, we hope to share information, lessons learned, interviews with VIPs in the field of special education. Join Robin Fabiano, Abby Hanscom and Angela Smagula as they bring diverse viewpoints and some humor to an otherwise serious topic.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 137 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & FamilyEducation | |||
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The IDEA requires that specially designed instruction be informed by research based methodologies.
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Happy summer and best wishes to those teachers/families who are currently returning to school! Robin, Abby and Angela come together for a summer episode focusing on graduation guidance for students in MA on IEPs.
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Thank you for your time and knowledge sharing! I loved the podcasts about the new MCAS ballot question and ESY. Keep up this great and important work :-)
Apple Podcasts5Sam7316806United Statesa year ago - Fab podcast!
Abby, Robin and Angela bring a wealth of knowledge to this topic. Each episode is the perfect mix of informative and entertaining. #bigfan!
Apple Podcasts5Love the show98765United States2 years ago - Argh the music!
I want to listen to the opening of each episode but the music makes me feel so anxious I just can’t do it!
Apple Podcasts3carroty33United States3 years ago - A Special Education Teacher, Administrator and Lawyer Walk into a Bar
This is an excellent podcast: informative, interesting, thought-provoking, entertaining. Robin, Abby, and Angela share what is clearly a wealth of knowledge, insight, wisdom, and firsthand experience dealing with all aspects of special education. You can tell that they love their jobs, believe down to the bone in the underlying tenets of inclusion (“.. a right, not a privilege”), and are 100% committed to the students and families with whom they work and the teachers and administrators with whom... more
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Engaging topics around special education form the core content, featuring narratives that encompass challenges, innovations, and critical discussions within the field. The discussions often revolve around legislation, educational standards, and practical strategies for supporting students with disabilities. The hosts utilize their diverse backgrounds as educators and lawyers to present unique insights, making complex subjects accessible to their audience. They share personal anecdotes and invite guests who provide additional perspectives, seeking to foster a community centered around education and advocacy for students with special needs.
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