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Policy & Advocacy
Policy & Advocacy
In advocating on behalf of children with exceptionalities, CEC examines policy issues, develops appropriate responses to those issues and influences local, state, provincial and federal legislation. CEC also monitors and makes recommendations for program regulations and funding. In addition, CEC maintains a network among its units for influencing policy.
Standards
Standards

As the recognized leader for special education professional standards, CEC develops standards, ethics and practices and guidelines to ensure that individuals with exceptionalities have access to well-prepared, career-oriented special educators.
Membership
Membership

Through the vision and dedication of more than 30,000 members, CEC sets the standard for high quality education for children and youth with exceptionalities. And, CEC is known as THE source for information, resources and professional development for special educators.

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Professional Development
Professional Development

You’ll find professional development offerings to meet the needs of all special educators – including those of you who are time-crunched, cost-conscious or in need of CEUs in order to meet state obligations. Please join us and invite others to engage the potential!
Publications
Publications

CEC publishes and distributes products designed to help practitioners work more effectively in the classroom. Learn more about CEC's publications and journals.
Special Ed Topics
Special Ed Topics

Special Education Topics includes information about the different exceptionality areas; international special education; hot topics in special education; and professional practice topics such as assessment, evidence-based practices and inclusion.
Resources
Resources
CEC's Resources offer educators many aids to assist them in providing the best of special education services.

E-books Now Available!

Three of CEC’s best-selling publications are now available as e-books. Whatever your platform, you can now enjoy CEC products digitally!

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CEC Catalog

With more than 35 new products this year, CEC continues its rich tradition of offering quality for resources special and gifted education professionals. Download the 2013 CEC Catalog today!

CEC Catalog 2013

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LCE Transition Curriculum

Find out how the Life Centered Education (LCE) transition curriculum and assessment portal can help prepare your students for independent and rewarding lives after they finish school.

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CEC Journals

Discover CEC's award-winning journals! Read up on the field's latest resources and research in TEACHING Exceptional Children and Exceptional Children.

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CEC Store

Browse the latest selections in publications and professional development products designed to help special educators in every facet of instruction.