Education Glossary
Comprehensive definitions of school types, education terms, and academic concepts
104 terms and growing
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Laboratory School (Lab School)
A school affiliated with a university that serves as a site for educational research, teacher training, and innovative practices.
School TypesLearning Disability (LD)
A neurological condition affecting how the brain processes information, impacting skills like reading, writing, or math.
Special EducationLearning Management System (LMS)
A software platform for creating, delivering, and managing educational content and tracking student progress.
Teaching LearningLearning Standards (Academic Standards)
Statements describing what students should know and be able to do at each grade level or after each course.
CurriculumLottery System (School Lottery)
A random selection process used by oversubscribed schools to fairly determine which applicants receive admission.
AdmissionsLRE (Least Restrictive Environment)
The IDEA requirement that students with disabilities be educated with non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.
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