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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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APR: Is a Career as an Educational Audiologist Right for You?
February 15, 2024

APR: Is a Career as an Educational Audiologist 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 an Educational Audiologist. An educational audiologist provides hearing services to students and are trained to diagnose, manage, and treat hearing and balance problems. 

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
Pennsylvania Agenda for Students Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind
November 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Agenda for Students Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind

The Pennsylvania Agenda for Students Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind contains a set of goals and activities designed to ensure positive educational outcomes for all Pennsylvania students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind.

Click here for a Summary of Accomplishments
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.
Pennsylvania Partnership for the DeafBlind (PPDB)
September 29, 2023

Pennsylvania Partnership for the DeafBlind (PPDB)

The Pennsylvania Partnership for the DeafBlind (PPDB) is an organized network of individuals with DeafBlindness, their parents and family members, friends, service providers and other interested people. This flyer provides a brief overview on the PPDB Network and information on how to get involved.
Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Advisory Committee (PaDBAC) Brochure
September 19, 2023

Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Advisory Committee (PaDBAC) Brochure

This brochure describes the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Advisory Committee (PaDBAC), which advises the Bureau of Special Education (BSE) on current issues and preferred practices related to the unique educational needs of students who are deaf-blind including those with multiple disabilities and those at risk for deaf-blindness. 
The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Child Count
June 23, 2023

The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Child Count

The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project is required to conduct the National Deaf-Blind Child Count on an annual basis regarding the children and youth they serve who are deaf-blind. This publication gives additional information and answers commonly asked questions on the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Child Count.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Deaf-Blindness
May 4, 2023

Teachers' Desk Reference: Deaf-Blindness

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference focuses on what teachers need to know about educating students with deaf-blindness in the general education classroom, including the impact of deaf-blindness on a student's learning and best practices in programs for students with deaf-blindness.


Order the Teachers' Desk Reference Series Bundle.
Pennsylvania’s Approach to the National Agenda (PANA)
December 14, 2020

Pennsylvania’s Approach to the National Agenda (PANA)

Vision loss can affect all aspects of a child’s development, and specific instruction and supports are needed in order to provide access to all learning environments. PANA contains a set of goals and actions that are designed to ensure positive educational outcomes, and these goals support the State Performance Plan Indicators that correspond with the areas of the National Agenda.
Communication Considerations for Children Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind
October 1, 2020

Communication Considerations for Children Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind

This brochure discusses communication options and supports that are key to the success of a child who is deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind. It also emphasizes the role of the parent on the child's team and suggests resources for guidance and parental support.
The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Fact Sheet
January 13, 2020

The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides basic information about Pennsylvania's Deaf-Blind Project. The card is in English and Spanish.



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