Yearly Archives: 2025

Introduction The landscape of autism advocacy has evolved dramatically over the past century, transforming from a once-clinical perspective largely dominated by non-autistic professionals to a vibrant movement led by autistic individuals themselves. These advocates have fundamentally changed how society views, supports, and includes autistic people. Their contributions span various domains including scientific research, policy, education,…

Introduction Special education has evolved significantly over the centuries, transforming from a time when individuals with disabilities were marginalized to today’s inclusive educational approaches. This evolution has been driven by visionaries, advocates, researchers, policymakers, and educators who dedicated their lives to ensuring that all students, regardless of ability, receive appropriate education and support. This article…

Induction and mentoring systems play crucial roles in developing highly qualified teachers, recognizing that initial preparation represents the beginning rather than the culmination of professional learning. Comprehensive induction programs typically include regular mentoring from accomplished teachers, reduced teaching loads or additional planning time, collaborative work with peer cohorts, and structured professional development aligned with identified…

In my years of educational research and practice, I’ve found that the concept of a normative sample is often misunderstood yet critically important for effective educational assessment. A normative sample is a carefully selected group of individuals whose test performances establish the benchmark against which all other test-takers’ performances are compared. The quality of any…