Helps paraprofessionals and educators work together in understanding their respective roles and responsibilities to create effective inclusive classroom environments. This book includes forms, personal stories, activities, and planning guides. It provides emphasis on middle and secondary school examples and material on paraprofessional advocacy.
When secondary schools are committed to inclusion, everybody wins - schools make progress toward IDEA and NCLB requirements, and students with and without disabilities enjoy higher academic achievement and new friendships. This book gives schools step-by-step guidance they need to get a program started and keep it going.
In an inclusive early childhood classroom, the everyday challenges teachers face can seem overwhelming - especially if they have little experience working with children who have disabilities. This book offers strategies for teaching children with special needs, tailoring activities to individual needs, and working on a child's IEP goals.
Helps pre- and inservice early childhood general and special educators: gain a foundation for understanding social competence; examine key influences on social development - family, culture, classroom, and friendships; and, pinpoint strategies for social interaction interventions specific to different populations.
When professionals and parents meet to discuss a child's goals, both sides will find that comfort, confidence, and equality are crucial to a successful planning partnership. This encouraging DVD shows the way. It gives viewers an inside look at an actual IEP meeting for Alejandro, a young boy with multiple disabilities.
Contains 5 ""Quick-Guides"", which are further broken down into 10 lessons. This volume covers topics, such as: Teaching Writing; Teaching Math; Cross-cultural Issues; Universal Design for Learning; and Student's Perspectives. It also includes two ""Quick-Guide Extras"" on Community-Based Instruction and Simple Technology to Encourage ......
A useful first step in the IEP process, this DVD facilitates collaboration between professionals and parents as they help young children make the critical transition from early intervention to preschool. Suitable for guiding parents and training new and future practitioners, it answers common questions and concerns about IEPs.
For college students with ADHD/LD and high school students getting ready to apply, this guide contains information you need to know to: find the best college for you; build great relationships with your professors; make the best use of support services and accommodations; select and schedule courses; and choose a major and possible career.
Offers teachers proven models on how to build positive peer relationships and to support ties between students. This handbook guides educators on assimilating students with disabilities into class activities and enhancing social relationships. It is one of a five-book set designed to help teachers quickly implement inclusive practices.
