Special Education category: 3739 books
The Black Carpenter's Guide
How to Succeed in Construction “From a Black Man’S Perspective” What You Can Do Today to Put Your Career on the Fast Track to Success
Language: English
Release Date: June 22, 2016
This book was written with the black, African American, carpenter in mind. There are many books out there about construction but none that talk about the issues that confront the black carpenters. The subject matter in this book is laid out in a well thought out and progressive manner. Many hours...
Let's Talk
Navigating Communication Services and Supports for Your Young Child with Autism
Language: English
Release Date: December 11, 2015
Communication is often a parent's number-one concern when a young child is diagnosed with autism. With so many interventions available, how can families be sure they're choosing the best option for their child? This accessible, straightforward book gives you the practical knowledge that you need to...
Getting Ready for College Begins in Third Grade
Working Toward an Independent Future for Your Blind/Visually Impaired Child
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2010
All parents hope for an independent future for their blind/visually impaired child. To turn that hope into a reality, parents need to understand the scope of skill development that must be addressed, along with the importance of equal expectations for the child's development, proper training, and opportunity...
Theatre of Urban
Youth and Schooling in Dangerous Times
Language: English
Release Date: May 5, 2007
Because of its powerful socializing effects, the school has always been a site of cultural, political, and academic conflict. In an age where terms such as 'hard-to-teach,' and 'at-risk' beset our pedagogical discourses, where students have grown up in systems plagued by anti-immigrant, anti-welfare,...
Inclusive Primary Teaching
A critical approach to equality and special educational needs and disability
Language: English
Release Date: September 16, 2015
This is an invaluable and fully updated text on inclusive practice for all primary trainees and teachers and for those working towards the National Award SEN Co-ordination. It provides an equality- and child-centred approach to inclusion, combining both theory and practice while promoting critical...
Teaching Foundation Mathematics
A Guide for Teachers of Older Students with Learning Difficulties
Language: English
Release Date: February 19, 2008
This fully photocopiable resource will provide essential materials for anyone teaching pre-entry or foundation Maths in secondary schools and further education. Teaching Foundation Mathematics is developed to provide age appropriate material for adult learners with moderate to severe learning difficulties...
by Kay Mathieson
Language: English
Release Date: March 18, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: March 18, 2007
With increasing expectations from parents and practitioners for inclusive early years settings, many practitioners are anxious about identifying and accommodating children's individual needs as early as possible.
Through simple step-by-step instruction, this book will:
o increase practitioners'...
Academic Strategy Instruction
A Special Issue of Exceptionality
Language: English
Release Date: May 22, 2014
This special issue, Part II in a series devoted to the topic of strategic instruction, explores the issue of traversing the research to practice abyss through the implementation of authentic and effective business development. It reminds us that "business as usual" approaches to teacher...
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Language: English
Release Date: April 22, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: April 22, 2016
Intellectual disabilities can be difficult to detect in children prior to their school-age years. Throughout their lives, individuals with intellectual disabilities may require specialized care and support in order to lead healthy and fulfilled lives. The Handbook of Research on Diagnosing, Treating,...
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Language: English
Release Date: January 20, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: January 20, 2017
Strategies for Students with Mild, Moderate, and Severe Intellectual Disabilities** **is a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in special and general education teacher preparation programs (as well as practicing professionals) offering a solid, research based text on instructional...
by Sylvia Rosenfield
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2013
Recent changes in policy and law, along with advances in research, are making it necessary for an increasing number of school psychologists, special educators, and teacher consultants to develop skills in areas other than psychoeducational assessment. In response to this need, many professionals and...
SmiLE Therapy
Functional Communication and Social Skills for Deaf Students and Students with Special Needs
Language: English
Release Date: July 5, 2017
Students with communication difficulties need skills to communicate functionally in everyday situations, without the usual support and protection from home and school. These skills need to be explicitly taught, to enable them to become confident young adults. Smile Therapy is an innovative therapy...
by Maria Chivers
Language: English
Release Date: January 11, 2001
Language: English
Release Date: January 11, 2001
This little book does exactly what it sets out to do. It spells out all you need to know about different methods and strategies for treating dyslexia. So, if you want to know more about the many approaches to helping someone with dyslexia, then read this book. At the end of the day, you will be better...
Purposeful Co-Teaching
Real Cases and Effective Strategies
Language: English
Release Date: October 15, 2008
Create powerful teaching partnerships that promote success for every student in inclusive classrooms!
Ideal for both general and special education classrooms, this indispensible resource integrates interpersonal skills, instructional design, and teaching philosophy to guide educators through...