Subject - Education
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This is just a selection of the thousands of ebooks available
Special Education for Young Learners with Disabilities by Publication Date: 2019
The Wiley Handbook of Diversity in Special Education by
The Wiley Handbook of Diversity in Special Education is a state-of-the-art reference showcasing cutting-edge special education research with a focus on children and youth with disabilities from diverse cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Cutting-edge special education research focusing on children and youth with disabilities from diverse cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and economic backgrounds An authoritative contribution to the field, this work charts a new path to effective interventions and sets an agenda for future research Addresses disabilities from an international perspective
Publication Date: 2017
The Special Educator's Comprehensive Guide to 301 Diagnostic Tests by
This important resource is an update of the best-selling book The Special Educator's Resource Guide to 109 Diagnostic Tests. The greatly expanded second edition contains 301 new and enhanced tests, which are vital to understanding assessment in special education. Designed as an easy-to-use, hands-on resource, the book is filled with practical tools, information, and suggestions. Step-by-step, this practical guide explores the various stages of evaluation, interpretation, diagnosis, prescription, and remediation.
Publication Date: 2018
Case Studies in Special Education by
Special education law and practice have undergone profound transformation over the past 50 years. Students with disabilities are now more likely to receive a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment possible; however, the ideals of the law have not always been manifested in effective practice. Although special education services are vastly better today than they were in the early years of public education, current policies and practices continue to result in the under-education of many children with disabilities. This book illustrates key failures of the system within the context of real children's experiences. The case study approach gives voice to the students, families, and educators who have been let down by the special education process. The goal is to shed light on the flaws and injustices of the status quo. After identifying these problems, the authors offer sound solutions.Section 1 is devoted to issues surrounding identification of students with learning disabilities. These topics include occurrence of inconsistencies in assessment and diagnoses, understanding the struggles of the "slow learner," and the interference of behavioral challenges with students' educational performance. Section 2 addresses problems within the evaluation process that negatively influence diagnoses. Discussions include disproportionate representation of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds as well as students of color and bilingual students. Section 3 highlights significant concerns with service provision within the special education realm.The narratives throughout the book present stories of children on the receiving end of a severely fractured special education system. Recommendations focus on solving specific problems, such as inconsistent identification processes and categories, disproportionate representation, ill-conceived IEPs, ineffective specially designed instruction, and poorly implemented RTI programs. The book's methodological approach affirms that there is much room for reform within both the special education system and the public education system as a whole. This book will be an excellent resource for graduate-level students, practitioners, and teachers in the fields of special education, disability studies, early intervention, school psychology, and child and family services. Additionally, it will be of interest to social workers, counselors, and researchers.
Publication Date: 2017
Dyslexia in the Early Years by
Research has shown that early identification and intervention is crucial and can in fact minimise, and may even prevent, the challenges of dyslexia from becoming too detrimental at later stages of education. This book offers both research insights and practical guidance for teachers working in Early Years settings on how to create resource materials that would be suitable for the development of children with dyslexia. Beginning with a contextual note on the key difficulties faced by children at risk of dyslexia, the book takes the reader through the processes of identification and diagnosis, before offering ideas on how to tailor classroom materials for these students. The book's resource materials are designed to target areas such as reading, spelling, numeracy, language skills, social and emotional development, and problem solving skills.
Publication Date: 2017
Dyslexia-Friendly Strategies for Reading, Spelling and Handwriting by
Many pupils with dyslexia have poor spelling and handwriting, even when their reading is adequate. This practical yet evidence-based book shows teachers who work with pupils with dyslexia how they can effectively address these areas of weakness. Diane Montgomery introduces her popular Cognitive Process Strategies for Spelling (CPSS) and provides guidance on how this direct action can be successfully used in both primary and secondary contexts.　 The book describes dyslexia-friendly approaches in Logographic, Alphabetic and Orthographic phases - 'the three faces' of dyslexia. Best literacy practice for all children is illustrated in a developmental reading and spelling approach, handwriting as a support to literacy teaching is explained and strategies for overcoming handwriting difficulties are detailed from Reception onwards. Dyslexia-friendly Strategies for Reading, Spelling and Handwritingis full of new research, case examples and practical methods that have been tried and tested in the classroom. This is a must-read guide for all teachers and SENCOs in primary and secondary settings working with pupils with dyslexia.
Publication Date: 2017
Supporting the Education of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders by
"This book focuses on a well-rounded approach to special education, including perspectives on administration and leadership, course development, psychological and counseling support, educational technologies, and classroom management strategies"--
Publication Date: 2016
A Best Practice Guide to Assessment and Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools, Second Edition by
Fully updated to reflect DSM-5 and current assessment tools, procedures and research, this award-winning book provides a practical and scientifically-based approach to identifying, assessing, and treating children and adolescents with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in school settings. Integrating current research evidence with theory and best-practice, the book will support school-based professionals in a number of key areas including: * screening and assessing children and youth with high-functioning autism spectrum conditions * identifying evidence-based interventions and practices * developing and implementing comprehensive educational programs * providing family support and accessing community resources * promoting special needs advocacy. Illustrative case examples, a glossary of terms and helpful checklists and forms make this the definitive resource for identifying and implementing interventions for pupils with ASD.
Publication Date: 2016
Untold Narratives by Publication Date: 2018
Computer Based Technology for Special and Multicultural Education by Publication Date: 2017
Computer-Assisted and Web-Based Innovations in Psychology, Special Education, and Health by
Computer-Assisted and Web-Based Innovations in Psychology, Special Education, and Health examines the rapid evolution of technology among educational, behavioral healthcare, and human services professionals from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Publication Date: 2016
Useful Websites
We provide targeted educational programs to families, professionals and the broader community.
Communication Rights Australia is the leading human rights information and advocacy organisation for people with a disability, prioritising those with communication support needs.
The resource focuses on specific learning difficulties that fall into three categories: dyslexia (reading); dysgraphia (written expression) and dyscalculia (mathematics) and provides practical advice for non-specialist teachers to assist in identifying and supporting students.
To support the inclusion of students with moderate to severe disabilities in government schools.
Dyslexia Australia supports a Multi-sensory solution to reading and associated behavioral and emotional difficulties experienced through dyslexia. Dyslexia Australia can help should you be seeking an alternative to phonic based tutoring.
From the Australian Parenting Website: Special education teachers support students with disability, specific learning difficulties and behaviour disorders. They also help other school staff in their work with these students.
Department of Education NSW
his Innovation Program is part of our delivery of the Disability Strategy which aspires to build an education system in which children with disability thrive academically, develop good physical, mental and emotional health, and gain the skills to live a fulfilling, independent life post-school. More information is available on the Disability Strategy webpage.
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