Sharing the personal stories of individuals with disabilities who describe both the challenges and successes of their time in higher education, and with a major section on the findings of broad ranging research into the experiences of such students, the book explores the current situation, what works, and how things can be improved. 'You are not ......
Exploring contemporary theory and practice surrounding loss and bereavement for people with intellectual disabilities (ID), this book brings together international contributors with a range of academic, professional and personal experience.This authoritative edited book looks at diverse experiences of loss across this population whether it be loss ......
Written by parents who have been through the US specialeducation system, this book cuts through the jargon to provide other parents with a no-nonsense road map full of valuable first-hand insights and tried-and-tested advice.The authors clearly describe:· the special education process, including the schoolhierarchies parents are likely to ......
Vaughn Lauer, PhD, is an educator with over ' experience in the field of special education. Working as a teacher, a university instructor and a building, district and state administrator in the field of public education, Dr. Lauer's experience spans all levels of education from pre-school to university. He has also worked in the field of test ......
The Perfect SENCO is the fully up-to-date, essential guide to supporting children with special educational needs; an invaluable resource for all schools that are looking to update their practice in line with the new national guidelines. Revised and updated to cover the changes resulting from the new Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of ......
proach Integrating Life, Resource, Financial, and Legal Planning to Ensure a Brighter Future for a Person with a Disability
Hal Wright CFP-« has been married for forty years and has three adult children, one born with Down syndrome. He had a successful 27 year career in corporate finance, but in 2004 read an article in the Wall Street Journal about the scarcity of financial planners with expertise in special needs planning. He resigned his corporate position and ......
A book for teachers, carers, parents or anyone involved in Special Educational Needs (SEN), that shares Joe Beech's story but, more importantly, is full of practical ideas that can be used by students with dyslexia and by teachers teaching children with dyslexia and dyspraxia in the classroom. The Little Book of Dyslexia ......
Adopting a predominantly psychological approach, this book provides carers with up-to-date information and resources to provide appropriately individualised care to people with learning disabilities who self-injure.Understanding and Working with People with Learning Disabilities who Self-Injure synthesises traditional (behavioural) and newer ......
An Efficient System for Assisting Struggling Learners
This book presents a schoolwide model of instructional support designed to make the most of available time, resources, and personnel-one that is also fully compatible with other problem-solving models, such as response to intervention. The authors provide a comprehensive and cohesive framework for linking assessment and intervention. They show how ......
Evidence-Based Practices for Teaching Students with Disabilities
This accessible book presents research-based strategies for supporting K-8 students with high-incidence disabilities to become accomplished learners. The authors clearly describe the core components of effective inclusive instruction, showing how to recognize and respond to individual students' needs quickly and appropriately. Teachers are ......
and Overcoming Blocks to Concentration, Self-Esteem and School Success with Vision Therapy
Visual dysfunctions can limit children's concentration, self esteem and school success as they struggle to understand fundamentals such as colors, letters and how to judge distance.With the right help, these obstacles can be overcome, allowing children to reach their full potential and see the world clearly. This accessible book explores how ......
Penny McFarlane worked as a teacher in primary and secondary education for over fifteen years before obtaining her Diploma in Drama Therapy from Exeter University. She founded a creative arts in therapy project in inner city schools and has subsequently worked as a drama therapist and supervisor on a multi-agency support team. She co-founded a ......
Introducing drama to the learning experience is guaranteed to enrich a child's development, and is an especially effective approach for children with special educational needs, including those with autism spectrum disorders. This book offers teachers simple theatrical techniques that enhance students' learning and encourage artistic expression.The ......
ies: A Guide For Practitioners Working in Educational Settings
Young people with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties (BESD - sometimes called 'SEBD' or 'EBD') need effective and consistent support, yet providing this can be highly stressful and demanding for the practitioners involved. Complete with practical intervention strategies based on research, theory and practice, this comprehensive ......
An Educator's Guide to the Student-Directed Approach
Guides special educators as they support students with disabilities in leading their own individualized education program (IEP) planning process. This volume provides examples to break the IEP development process down into the useful component parts.
Cath Irvine is a specialist speech and language therapist for people with learning disabilities and autism, and Freelance Consultant and Trainer for Intensive Interaction.
A guide for making successful transitions to postsecondary education for students with high-incidence or hidden disabilities. It provides the information teachers, related services personnel and parents need to help students succeed.
If you are considering placing a child with special needs at a new school, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Should you choose a special school, or a special unit within a mainstream school? What will be the involvement of therapists? Maybe home schooling would be best? Whether the child has autism, dyslexia or any other special ......
