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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. 

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UEB Math/Science and UEB with Nemeth: A Guidance Document for IEP Teams
November 16, 2023

UEB Math/Science and UEB with Nemeth: A Guidance Document for IEP Teams

The purpose of this document is to provide IEP teams with information and guiding questions to help them make decisions about which code a student should use, based in individual needs.
The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Brochure
October 10, 2023

The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Brochure

This brochure provides information about deaf-blindness and the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project. Through PaTTAN, the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project offers a variety of training, technical assistance, and resources to assist educators and families in the areas of assessment, instruction, and family involvement activities.
Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment (Dutch)
October 6, 2023

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment (Dutch)

Students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI) have unique learning needs that differ in complexity from students with an ocular visual impairment. This tool facilitates team discussion and problem-solving, and offers practical ideas to implement throughout the school day, with the intent to promote a student’s access to instruction in a positive learning environment. Dutch version. Also available in English and Spanish.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): Visual and Environmental Considerations
July 31, 2023

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): Visual and Environmental Considerations

The purpose of this framework is to help school teams assess a student's ability to visually access a communication system/display and to address the impact of environmental issues.
Matching Assistive Technology (AT) Features to Low Vision Needs
May 17, 2023

Matching Assistive Technology (AT) Features to Low Vision Needs

For students who have low vision, various interventions have the potential to maximize the use of functional vision, which varies from student to student. Specifically, these strategies can maximize clarity, optimize the field of view, maximize color and contrast, optimize lighting, minimize glare, and enhance visual efficiency, visual comfort, and visual confidence. This booklet explains the general process for matching students with appropriate low vision interventions within a functional setting.
Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment (Spanish)
April 28, 2023

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment (Spanish)

Students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI) have unique learning needs that differ in complexity from students with an ocular visual impairment. This tool facilitates team discussion and problem-solving, and offers practical ideas to implement throughout the school day, with the intent to promote a student’s access to instruction in a positive learning environment. Spanish version. Also available in English and Dutch.

Teachers' Desk Reference: Visual Impairment
March 22, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Visual Impairment

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference focuses on what teachers need to know about educating students with visual impairments in the general education classroom. 

Click here to order the entire Teachers' Desk Reference series in a convenient bundle.
APR: Is a Career as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments Right for You?
March 22, 2023

APR: Is a Career as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments Right for You?

In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI). A TVI is an expert who teaches students to explore the world by learning how to interpret what they hear, feel, and smell. A TVI works with educational teams to enhance students’ learning by adapting activities and materials. 

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
APR: Is a Career as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist Right for You?
February 21, 2023

APR: Is a Career as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist Right for You?

In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as a Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS). An O&M Specialist is a trained expert who specializes in working with individuals who are blind, have low vision, or who have visual limitations.

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment
October 24, 2022

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment

Students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI) have unique learning needs that differ in complexity from students with an ocular visual impairment. This tool facilitates team discussion and problem-solving, and offers practical ideas to implement throughout the school day, with the intent to promote a student’s access to instruction in a positive learning environment. Also available in Spanish and Dutch.



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