Publications
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At PaTTAN, our goal is to provide educators with a breadth of publications that are grounded in proven best practices and a deep research base, reflecting a commitment to school improvement. PaTTAN offers publications on a variety of topics, all focused on improving educational results for students with and without disabilities.
Whether you are just starting out in the field of education, or you want to improve upon the work you and your team are already doing, let PaTTAN support you with the expertise of our educational consultants. Pennsylvania educators, school administrators, and families can view, download, and order PaTTAN publications mailed to their school or home.
August 1, 2024
This Roadmap illustrates how the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) systems can work together to ensure the best outcomes for students. This publication accompanies the
Connecting for Employment Training Series. Also available in
English.
July 23, 2024
The Roadmap illustrates how the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) systems can work together to ensure the best outcomes for students. This publication accompanies the
Connecting for Employment Training Series. This publication is also available in
Spanish.
July 23, 2024
This fact sheet was developed with PaTTAN's Youth Engagement Specialists (YES) and shows common terms that are used when talking about secondary transition. Sharing this information will help youth understand the terms used in discussions that impact their education and future.
July 22, 2024
This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference reviews the data-based decision-making process in guiding classroom instruction and the teacher's role in the process.
Available in a convenient bundle.
June 26, 2024
The
APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of an Educational Interpreter, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the
APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
June 26, 2024
The PASA Eligibility Criteria: Decision Making Companion Tool is a resource provided to individualized education program (IEP) teams in Pennsylvania to assist in determining eligibility for the Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA).
June 17, 2024
This fact sheet describes the steps involved in the reevaluation process for students with disabilities in accordance with IDEA 2004 and the IDEA 2006 regulations.
June 4, 2024
This publication addresses how the Learning Media Assessment is used to help individualized education program (IEP) teams when developing IEPs for students who are blind or visually impaired.
April 18, 2024
This Teachers’ Desk Reference provides information about traumatic brain injury (TBI), specifically concussion, and the potential effects of TBI on a student’s behavior and academic performance. Spanish version. Available for download only.
Also available in English.
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PaTTAN Publications
Email: publications@pattan.net
Phone: 800-441-3215
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