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Special Education Glossary

This special education glossary will define numerous terms and acronyms commonly used in special education.
Behavior Disorders
Here is a definition and explanation of behavior disorder or BD.
Assistive Technology
Here is a definition of assistive technology in terms of special education.
American Sign Language
Here is further information about American Sign Language.
Attention Deficit Disorder
Here is a definition of Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD.
Americans with Disabilities Act
ADA stands for Americans with Disabilities Act. This definition explains what the Americans with Disabilities Act is.

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