Including students with special needs a practical guide for classroom teachers

Synopsis

“ The 'INCLUDE' strategy is fantastic!”
--"Laura M. Frey, East Carolina University

“ The authors have done a very nice job of providing opportunities for students to interact with the material in meaningful ways. In this particular area, this is probably one of the best textbooks I have seen.”
--"Melisa A. Reed, Marshall University

“ There is great importance placed on the practical application of research-based practices. The text narrative is supplemented with applied research that is indispensable as it provides practical information that will lead to solutions and improve learning and instruction.”
--"Opal Effie Laman, Texas Tech University

New to this Edition: Fully reflects new IDEA 2004 and No Child Left Behind! Increased emphasis on assessment; Chapter 4: Assessing Student Needs, is presented earlier in order to underscore the importance of developing effective assessment practices. New! Working Together feature provides increased coverage of collaboration among school professionals and families. New! Working the Standards feature includes information on CEC and INTASC standards and how they apply to classroom teachers. New! INCLUDE margin icon shows how the text's unique and practical teaching model applies throughout the chapters. Includes updated information on high-stakes testing of students with disabilities (Chs. 1 & 4). Increased coverage of ADHD and autism spectrum disorders (Ch. 6). Updated information about differentiated instruction and universal design (Ch. 5). Technology Advantage!
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