The Covid-19 pandemic forced many schools to switch to online education programs. Even though many schools have switched back to traditional classroom settings, some students still benefit from online learning. In particular, students with disabilities may benefit from the nontraditional setting. Read on to discover the benefits of online special education for K-12 schools.

No Limit on Sensory Supports

Some students with disabilities may be more successful in school with access to sensory supports. Unfortunately, not all supports are practical in a traditional classroom, and they can lead to harassment from other students.

When a child is learning at home, they can access all their favorite sensory supports with no fear of stigma. They also don’t need to worry about their supports conflicting with another student’s.

Meet Students Where They Are

Plenty of people dislike getting out of bed in the morning, but getting ready for the day is a unique challenge for some students with disabilities. When a child doesn’t have to go to a physical school for the day, it’s easier to accommodate the student wherever they are, even if they’re still in their pajamas.

Cut Down on Transit Time

For students who use mobility aids, getting to school can take a significant amount of time. As any parent knows, having enough time also means making sure kids are out of bed at the right time and following a morning schedule. Online special education gives parents more time to help kids start their day without worrying about transit time.

Build Computer Skills

Another benefit of online special education for K-12 schools is that having solid computer skills is essential for everyone in the 21st century. Doing lessons online can better familiarize students with mouse skills, computer navigation, typing, and virtual communication. For students who use assistive devices—like braille keyboards and voice controls—early practice will lead to increased communication skills.

Education From the Experts

If you’re looking to offer students virtual special education, talk to Linguabilities about our wide variety of services. We chose to be an online service long before the pandemic, and our education providers are experts in virtual teaching.