Exceptional children : an introduction to special education

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Exceptional children : an introduction to special education

William L. Heward

Merrill/Pearson, c2009

9th ed

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Includes bibliographical references and indexes

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Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education has always been known for it's innovation, strong research base and accessibility. The ninth edition has all of those strengths, but has a greater focus on highly effective, research-based practices that are described in a very step-by-step, applied manner. This book is for those teachers who will be professionals in the area of special education or those who are working with students that have exceptionalities.

Table of Contents

Prologue: A Personal View of Special Education Part I: Foundations for Understanding Special Education Chapter 1: The Purpose and Promise of Special Education Who Are Exceptional Children? How Many Exceptional Children are There? Why Are Laws Governing the Education of Exceptional Children Necessary? The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act What Is Special Education? Current and Future Challenges Chapter 2: Planning and Providing Special Education Services The Process of Special Education Collaboration and Teaming Individualized Education Program Least Restrictive Environment Inclusive Education Where Does Special Education Go From Here? Chapter 3: Collaborating with Parents and Families in a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Society Support for Family Involvement Understanding Families of Children with Disabilities Developing and Maintaining Family-Professional Partnerships Working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families Home-School Communication Models Other Forms of Parent Involvement Part II: Educational Needs of Exceptional Students Chapter 4: Intellectual Disabilities Definitions and Classification Systems Identification and Assessment Characteristics Prevalence Causes and Prevention Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 5: Learning Disabilities Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Causes Identification and Assessment Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 6: Emotional or Behavioral Disorders Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Causes Identification and Assessment Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Challenges, Achievements, and Advocacy Chapter 7: Autism Spectrum Disorders Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Causes Identification and Assessment Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Distinguishing Unproven Interventions from Evidenced-Based Practices for Children with Autism Chapter 8: Communication Disorders Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Causes Identification and Assessment Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 9: Deafness and Hard of Hearing Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Types and Causes of Hearing Loss Identification and Assessment Technologies and Supports Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 10: Blindness and Low Vision Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Types and Causes of Visual Impairments Identification and Assessment Technologies and Supports Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 11: Physical Disabilities, Health Impairments, and ADHD Definitions of Physical Disabilities and Health Impairments Prevalence Types and Causes Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Characteristics Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives Chapter 12: Low-Incidence Disabilities: Severe/Multiple Disabilities, Deaf-Blindness, and Traumatic Brain Injury Defining Severe, Profound, and Multiple Disabilities Characteristics of Students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities Prevalence of Severe and Multiple Disabilities Causes of Severe and Multiple Disabilities Traumatic Brain Injury Educational Approaches Chapter 13: Giftedness and Talent (by Jane Piirto and William L. Heward) Definitions Characteristics Prevalence Identification and Assessment Educational Approaches Educational Placement Alternatives and Ability Grouping Part III: Special Education Across the Lifespan Chapter 14: Early Childhood Special Education The Importance of Early Intervention IDEA and Early Intervention /Early Childhood Special Education Screening, Identification, and Assessment Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Special Education Service-Delivery Alternatives for Early Intervention Chapter 15: Transitioning to Adulthood How Do Former Special Education Students Fare as Adults? Transition Services and Models Employment Postsecondary Education Residential Alternatives Recreation and Leisure The Ultimate Transition Goal: A Better Life Postscript: Developing Your Own Personal View of Special Education Appendix: Coverage of Praxis II Test Glossary References Name Index Subject Index Photo Credits

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