Ashlea L. Rineer-Hershey - Böcker

Practical Strategies for Struggling Learners in Today's Inclusive Classroom gives readers an overview of appropriate academic interventions for struggling learners. Featuring strategies and intervention models whose benefits are supported by research, the book enables educators to develop action plans to help students succeed.The text addresses the impact of inclusive education, identification and assessment of student learning needs, multi-tiered systems of support, and ways to meet the needs of all students through differentiated learning. In addition, readers learn about co-teaching, planning for instruction, and working with students who have significant disabilities. The book features clearly stated objectives to help readers focus their learning, key terms, engaging discussion questions, and application activities.Designed for undergraduate and graduate courses for pre-service and in-service K-12 teachers, Practical Strategies for Struggling Learners in Today's Inclusive Classroom gives educators the necessary skills and knowledge to assist all of their students in meeting grade-level standards.

Featuring chapters written by a diverse collection of educators within the discipline, Contemporary Issues in Special Education presents readers with insight regarding topics within the field of special education that are often deemed controversial in nature. The text encourages future educators to think critically regarding various challenges and opportunities they are likely to encounter during their educational careers.Over the course of nine distinct sections, students are exposed to chapters that discuss sensory friendly classrooms, positive behavior intervention and support, dangerous behaviors and crisis management, least restrictive environment, the relationship between special education and socioeconomic status, and the connection between English language learners and special education assignment. Readers learn about service and support animals in the school setting, assistive technology, transition services, mental health screenings in schools, disciplinary procedures for special education students, advice for engaging family members in an inclusive school community, and more.Designed to help future educators prepare to serve as highly effective and competent teachers, Contemporary Issues in Special Education is ideal for graduate-level courses and programs in special education instruction.