Special Education: Websites

"...OSERS provides a wide array of supports to parents and individuals, school districts and states in three main areas: special education, vocational rehabilitation and research" (OSERS Mission Statement)

"Information and resources to serve the unique needs of persons with disabilities so that each person will meet or exceed high standards of achievement in academic and nonacademic skills." (California Department of Education Website)

"[NASET] is the only national membership organization dedicated solely to meeting the needs of special education teachers and those preparing for the field of special education teaching." (NASET website)

"[NCSER], sponsors a comprehensive program of special education research designed to expand the knowledge and understanding of infants, toddlers and children with disabilities" (NCSER website)

"National Center Learning Disabilities connects parents and others with essential resources, provides educators with evidence-based tools, and engages advocates in public policy initiatives." (NCLD website)

"The mission of NCLD is to improve the lives of the 1 in 5 children and adults nationwide with learning and attention issues—by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools and advocating for equal rights and opportunities. " (NAPCSE Mission Statement)

"All the materials found on the CPIR Hub have been created and archived for Parent Centers around the country to help them provide support and services to the families they serve. " (CPIR website)

Resources on special education through the State of California

Disability Status reports by state plus search for disability statistics by topic

This federal source collects and analyzes educational data. It provides full-text to many major statistical reports.

Statistics from the Federal Government on education