Author : Gary Mayerson
Publisher : Different Roads to Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 31,10 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Children with disabilities
ISBN : 9780966526684
Special Education Legal Advice on Getting Services for Children with Special Needs.
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Publisher : Shaman Sounds
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 48,59 MB
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Author : Scott Teel
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 48,58 MB
Release : 2007-05-30
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0313084793
Teel incorporates the fascinating story of Nancy Edison's love for her son Thomas, who had been labeled unteachable, then presents us with the wider array of and issues for children who learn differently. We all know Thomas Edison was a genius of seemingly limitless imagination. Yet few know he was a failure in elementary school. Teel shows us how Edison's mother, Nancy, guided the boy deemed a dunce by officials—even assumed mentally retarded by his father—to become one of the greatest inventors of all time. Edison's progressive and imaginative teaching methods hold lessons even today for all children who learn differently from conventional methods, as well as for the parents and teachers who care about them. Teel also explains how parents can negotiate the educational maze created by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). An Individualized Education Program is explained in detail, and options such as enlisting the assistance of a professional advocate are also discussed. The latest research about current medication therapies and the origins plus potential benefits of ADHD are reviewed. A leading professional advocate explains what every parent needs to know about the public school system. Other topics addressed include the effectiveness of home schooling and parental and student rights. An extensive list of local and national resources is also offered.
Author : Wendy Lowe Besmann
Publisher : Melton Hill Media
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 16,88 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Education
ISBN : 0981679307
Created by a parent in consultation with 23 health and education professionals, this guide is packed with family-tested tips and techniques that make a tough job--raising children with behavioral health problems--easier.
Author : Judith Canty Graves
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 45,90 MB
Release : 2013-12-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 0857008781
Written by parents who have been through the US special education 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 school hierarchies parents are likely to encounter and etiquette to be aware of when dealing with school personnel · the information parents should expect to see in school evaluations and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and what to do when this information is missing or insufficient · problems parents may encounter when the needs of the school conflict with the needs of a child, including how to deal with such situations and when to seek legal advice · the importance of organizing special education documentation and establishing a 'paper trail', and how to begin this process · why transition planning is so important, and transition services parents may want to consider for their child. Demonstrating that parents really do have the power to make special education work for their child, this empowering guide is essential reading for parents of children with disabilities who are new to the special education system in the US, as well as those who feel frustrated with the system.
Author : Mary Lynch Barbera
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 46,70 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Education
ISBN : 1843108526
The Verbal Behavior (VB) approach is a form of Applied Behavior Analysis that is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behaviour. In this book Barbera draws on her experiences as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and also as a parent of a child with autism to explain VB and how to use it.
Author : Jan Campito
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 31,35 MB
Release : 2007-06-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1846426634
When Jan Campito first entered the world of special needs, she trusted the experts to tell her what was wrong, and how to proceed to help her children. Here she was, an articulate, well-educated person, usually confident in navigating whatever situations were required, and yet she became passive and trusting when it came to assuming people would tell her what was wrong with her children's development and what to do to help them. As she realized more and more that no one else was stepping into the lead position to obtain appropriate help for her children, she realized that she needed to take on that responsibility. Since then, she has learnt to take an active role in advocating for her children, and helping meet their needs. From procuring evaluations, to understanding what the diagnoses mean, to selecting therapies and therapists, to following through on therapies at home and targeting needs to be addressed, to helping formulate IEPs, and to monitoring and intervening in their school settings, she has become a comprehensive advocate for her children with special needs, and in this book Jan shares with other parents some of her experiences and some of what she has learnt in the process.
Author : Robert Schramm
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 37,49 MB
Release : 2011-05-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 1447748360
One of Lulu's best sellers of all time, the second edition of the book Educate Toward Recovery is now called Motivation and Reinforcement: Turning the Tables on Autism. This book is the ultimate guide to home based autism intervention. It is a forward-thinking guide that translates the Verbal Behavior Approach to ABA into everyday language. With over 100 new pages of material including new Chapters on Social Skills, Behavior Plans, Token Economies, and Advanced Instructional Control methods, this book is a must have even for those who own the 2006 version. International ABA/VB presenter Robert Schramm, explains how you can keep your child engaged in motivated learning throughout his entire day without forcing participation, blocking escape, or nagging procedures. M&R is the full realization of modern ABA/VB Autism Intervention and a great resource for parents, teachers, and therapists working with a child with autism as well as BCBA's looking for ways to improve their approach.
Author : Chantal Sicile-Kira
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 11,55 MB
Release : 2006-02-28
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1440621640
From the award-winning author of Autism Spectrum Disorders, comes Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum, a complete guide to the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs of preteens and teenagers with autistic disorders, ranging from the relatively mild Asperger's Syndrome to more severe ability impairment. Using clear examples, practical advice, and supportive insights, this book covers: Health risks such as seizures and depression Treatments, therapies, and teaching strategies Teaching skills to cope with puberty, self-care, and social skills Teenage emotions, sexuality, appropriate relationships, and dating Middle school, high school, and developing an Individual Educational Program Preparing for life after high school
Author : Peter W. D. Wright
Publisher :
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 47,20 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Education
ISBN :
Aimed at parents of and advocates for special needs children, explains how to develop a relationship with a school, monitor a child's progress, understand relevant legislation, and document correspondence and conversations.
