Join | Log in

Channel Button

Home > Education > Special Education

How Waldorf educational methods help special needs children 7 Articles

  • 1 of 7

    by Clacky McSnackins

    Waldorf education is becoming one of the most popular educational programs in use. It has been put into place at thousands of schools across the United States. While most of these schools are private or home schools, it ...read more

  • 2 of 7

    by David Riel

    Waldorf educational methods are tailor made to help special needs children. Never heard of Waldorf education? Walford education was developed by Rudolf Steiner in Europe in the 1920's. There are currently more than 5...read more

  • 3 of 7

    by Krystle Hernandez

    Recognizing the notable failures of the public school systems of the time, educational forerunner Rudolf Steiner developed the Waldorf Educational Method in the early 20th century. Steiner's method centered on developing ...read more

  • 4 of 7

    by Kelly A. Mello

    The teachers I remember and revered the most are those who were able to take a subject I might not have been interested in and connect it to my own experiences and make it interesting. This is the principle behind Waldor...read more

  • 5 of 7

    by Royce Radcliffe

    The Waldorf education method is not only the best for special needs children, it is the best for any child. It is the most powerful educational method because it teaches children not facts but how and why to learn them. It...read more

  • 6 of 7

    by Rachelle de Bretagne

    The Waldorf schools, or commonly known in Europe as Steiner Schools were formed many years ago in 1919, and the idea was to create a school environment that had as little input into the way it was run from outside influenc...read more

  • 7 of 7

    by Mary Paliescheskey

    Waldorf education doesn't categorize children as to gifted or special needs. The philosophy of Waldorf is based on the developmental stages of children. The goal is to create people who love to learn. This type of educatio...read more

Helium Debate

Cast your vote!

Should teacher candidates undergo a two-year internship leading to an MA?

Click for your side. Must be logged in.

Contest

Join Helium

125667

Featured Partner

Life in the Bible Institute

The Life in the Bible Institute has partnered with Helium, giving you the chance to write for a cause. Browse it...more

What is Helium? | User Guide | Community | Link to Helium | Privacy | User agreement | DMCA

Helium, Inc.
200 Brickstone Square Andover, MA 01810 USA