Leila Farshchian

Real-time data is transforming early intervention by giving therapists and educators instant insights into a child’s progress. Learn how real-time tracking improves collaboration, decision-making, and developmental outcomes.

Why Evidence-Based Practices Matter School districts across the country are under increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable progress for students in special education programs. From compliance requirements to parent expectations, educators and administrators need tools and methods that are effective, scalable, and supported by research. That’s where evidence-based practices (EBPs) come in. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) both...

May 2025 marked a significant development in the world of autism research. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced a new $50 million initiative aimed at investigating the genetic and environmental factors contributing to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With plans to award 10 to 25 grants—each worth up to $5 million—this effort represents one of the largest single-year investments in autism research by the NIH to date. A Dual-Focus Approach: Genetics and Environment Historically,...