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## The Basics of Systematic Instruction for Students With Moderate To Severe Disabilities

How can educators use systematic instruction to effectively teach students with moderate to severe disabilities in preK through high school and beyond? Find out in this presentation by Belva Collins, author of Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities, Second Edition. [Read More](/content/resource-library/the-basics-of-systematic-instruction-for-students-with-moderate-to-severe-disabilities/index.html)

## Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities, Second Edition Excerpt

Read this excerpt from Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities, Second Edition to get a preview of chapter one. [Read More](/content/resource-library/systematic-instruction-for-students-with-moderate-and-severe-disabilities-second-edition-excerpt/index.html)

## What’s new in the second edition of Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities?

View this handout to learn what's new in the second edition of Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities. [Read More](/content/resource-library/whats-new-in-the-second-edition-of-systematic-instruction-for-students-with-moderate-and-severe-disabilities/index.html)

## Effective Literacy Instruction for Learners with Complex Support Needs, Second Edition Excerpt

Read the excerpt of the first chapter of Effective Literacy Instruction for Learners with Complex Support Needs, Second Edition. [Read More](/content/resource-library/effective-literacy-instruction-learners-complex-support-needs-second-edition-excerpt/index.html)

## Changing perspectives on intellectual and developmental disabilities

Read this chapter excerpt to discover three different perspectives on intellectual and developmental disabilities and how these have influenced supports for people with disabilities. [Read More](/content/resource-library/changing-perspectives-intellectual-developmental-disabilities/index.html)

## Behavioral Assessment and Treatment of Pica

Pica is an eating disorder in which a person repeatedly consumes nonnutritive items, such as dirt or paint. Research suggests that pica affects between 6-25% of people with IDD. In this chapter excerpt, read about how to treat the disorder using medical and behavioral interventions. [Read More](/content/resource-library/behavioral-assessment-and-treatment-of-pica/index.html)

## The Project SEARCH High School Transition Program

Read the excerpt to better understand the Project SEARCH High School Transition Program. This excerpt includes the program overview, visual breakdowns of the program's phases, and a Student Selection Rubric Guide. [Read More](/content/resource-library/the-project-search-high-school-transition-program/index.html)

## 10 Questions About Self-Employment for People with Disabilities

How can you get the support of the business community? How much does a small business cost? How do you finance a small business? These are some of the questions explored in this brief e-booklet adapted from Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities. [Read More](/content/resource-library/10-questions-about-self-employment-for-people-with-disabilities/index.html)
