Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special Needs


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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. A classic in the field, the tenth edition of Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special Needs offers the most comprehensive look at how to teach students with mild/high incidence disabilities. Balancing elementary and secondary teaching strategies, the text introduces critical areas of concern for special educators, includes a new chapter on curriculum development and launches into strategies for teaching students specific content areas. This edition includes separate chapters on science and social studies, updated chapters on reading and written language, and an expanded focus on transitions and functional academics. Throughout each chapter, culturally responsive practices are highlighted, technology rich solutions are explored, and formal assessment instruments are summarized so readers learn how to help students with special needs succeed in inclusive educational environments.




Strategies for Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities


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"I wish I had this book when I started teaching! Every teacher starts out with an empty bag of tricks; it is nice to peek into someone′s bag!" —Nicole Guyon, Special Education Teacher Westerly School Department, Cranston, RI Classroom-tested strategies that help students with learning disabilities succeed! Teachers are often challenged to help students with learning disabilities reach their full academic potential. Written with humor and empathy, this engaging book offers a straightforward approach to skillful teaching of students with learning disabilities. Developed for K–12 general and special education classrooms, this resource draws on the author′s 30 years of teaching experience to help teachers gain a greater understanding of students′ learning differences and meet individual needs. Strategies are organized by skills—including reading, writing, math, organization, attention, and test-taking—helping teachers quickly identify the best techniques for assisting each student and encouraging independent learning. Readers will find: More than 100 practical strategies, interventions, and activities that build students′ academic abilities Recommendations on appropriate accommodations, assessment techniques, and family communication Support for complying with recent federal mandates related to learning disabilities, including the ADA, Section 504, and the reauthorization of IDEA 2004 Helpful guidance and stories from the author′s own classroom experiences Ready-to-use tools, forms, and guides Discover innovative, easy-to-implement teaching methods that overcome barriers to learning and help students with special needs thrive in your classroom.




Strategy Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities


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"Practical and accessible, this book provides the first step-by-step guide to cognitive strategy instruction, which has been shown to be one of the most effective instructional techniques for students with learning problems. Presented are proven strategies that students can use to improve their self-regulated learning, study skills, and performance in specific content areas, including written language, reading, and math. Clear directions for teaching the strategies in the elementary or secondary classroom are accompanied by sample lesson plans and many concrete examples. Enhancing the book's hands-on utility are more than 20 reproducible worksheets and forms"--




S.T.E.M. Education


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Advancing education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in U.S. public schools has been at the forefront of educational issues and a national priority (President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, 2010). Although there is a need for this ambitious initiative, students with disabilities has been left out of the conversation. Individuals with disabilities have been underrepresented in STEM fields for many years. Traditionally individuals with disabilities in STEM careers lag even further behind discrepancies of race and gender in these areas. Therefore, the need to provide general and special education teachers practices and strategies to improve outcomes for students with disabilities in STEM areas is imperative. The nation's changing demographics and continued need to remain globally competitive makes it clear that general and special education teachers need strategies to support, instruct and engage students with disabilities in STEM education. Students in U.S. schools are academically behind their international peers in STEM areas. Currently, the United States ranks 17th in science and 25th in mathematics among other nations (National Center for Education Statistics, 2011). In the field of engineering, college programs in China and India graduated many more engineers than in the U.S. (Gerefii, Wadhwa, Rissing, & Ong, 2008). For example, in 2011, China's engineering graduates totaled one million (Shammas, 2011), as compared to colleges in the U.S. which graduated 84,599 engineers (Deffree, 2012).




Teaching Music to Students with Special Needs


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With new vignettes from practicing music educators, in addition to an updated list of resources, this Second Edition of Teaching Music to Students with Special Needs offers new ways to navigate special needs in the music classroom. As a practical guide and reference manual, this book addresses special needs in the broadest possible sense to equip teachers with proven, research-based curricular strategies that are grounded in both best practice and current special education law. Chapters address the full range of topics and issues music educators face, including parental involvement, student anxiety, field trips and performances, and assessment strategies, Teaching Music to Students with Special NEeds is now publisherd alongside an accompanying Practical Resource (available separately) that includes lesson plans, worksheets, and games for classroom use. -- Publisher's description.




Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities


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"Provides the reader with a very clear understanding of the student with learning disabilities. This book addresses in detail all the possible processing weaknesses and provides strategies to help a student access the general education curriculum. It′s something you can pick up, locate valuable information in, and refer to time and again." —Esther M. Eacho, Special Education Teacher Fairfax County Public Schools, VA Discover how to effectively meet the needs of students with learning disabilities! Learning disabilities (LD) vary with each student, and teaching strategies for learners with LD must be responsive to individual differences. Written in an easy-to-read format by experts in special education, this step-by-step guide presents a comprehensive look at learning disabilities, such as cognitive or memory deficits, social-emotional problems, and dyslexia, and discusses appropriate academic instruction, behavioral interventions, and classroom accommodations for learners with LD. Aligned with the reauthorization of IDEA 2004, this resource also covers communicating with parents, the school′s responsibilities in the special education process, and legal issues for educators and parents. General and special education teachers will find numerous reproducible forms, a complete glossary of terms, and information on topics such as: Promoting positive social interactions IEP development and educational placement options Postsecondary education options, vocational assessments, and other transition services The role of Response to Intervention (RTI) Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities provides an invaluable set of tools to help teachers create a positive learning environment and foster a sense of belonging for all learners.




Teaching Strategies for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities


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Centered on the most recent, scientifically-based practices, Teaching Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities, 1/e, comprehensively details everything that pre-service teachers need to effectively teach students with mild to moderate disabilities. This text includes not only empirically validated instructional strategies, but an array of relevant topics, such as the application of technology to the field and implications for changing demographics within U.S. schools. Each chapter in the book follows a pattern of instruction, by providing key topics, key questions, scenarios, "Technology Spotlights," teacher tips, summary statements, and review questions. This consistency in format throughout the text helps facilitate learning for both instructor and student. Each chapter also includes the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) standards that are addressed within the chapter, helping instructors align course content to accreditation standards.




Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special Needs


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For courses in Mild/Moderate Disabilities and Special Education Methods. Contemporary and comprehensive coverage of curriculum and instruction for students with disabilities Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special Needs combines the work of authoritative experts to present the most comprehensive exploration of how to teach students with mild/high incidence disabilities, including learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and students experiencing learning problems in the general education classroom. With a focus on effective instructional practices that can be used in diverse, inclusive educational environments, and balanced coverage of elementary and secondary strategies, it presents the latest changes in the field and ensures currency and applicability to contemporary education for pre- and in-service teachers. The 12th Edition has further increased its emphasis on evidence-based practices and the importance of explicit instruction across twelve curricular and four critical skills areas. New chapters are included on written expression instruction; handwriting and spelling instruction; social competence; and self-determination skills. In addition, significantly expanded and contemporary information is included in the chapter on career and school transition considerations. Extend learning beyond the classroom Pearson eText is an easy-to-use digital textbook that students can purchase on their own or you can assign for your course. It lets students read, take notes, and review key vocabulary all in one place. Seamlessly integrated videos and media engage students and give them access to helpful learning tools. The mobile app lets students learn on the go, offline or online. Creating a course allows you to schedule readings, view reading analytics, and share your own notes with students, motivating them to keep reading, and keep learning. Learn more about Pearson eText. A Learning Management System (LMS)-Compatible Assessment Bank provides instructors with a streamlined way to import, assign, and grade quizzes, application exercises, and chapter tests in Blackboard Learn(TM), Canvas(TM), Brightspace(R) by D2L(R), and Moodle.




Strategies for Teaching Learners with Special Needs, Enhanced Pearson EText -- Access Card


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NOTE: Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the Enhanced Pearson eText may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. This access code card provides access to the Enhanced Pearson eText. A classic work offering the most comprehensive exploration of how to teach students with mild/high incidence disabilities. This widely popular text combines the work of authoritative experts to present the most comprehensive exploration of how to teach students with mild/high incidence disabilities, including learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and students experiencing learning problems in the general education classroom. With a focus on effective instructional practices that can be used in diverse, inclusive educational environments, and balanced coverage of elementary and secondary strategies, it presents the latest changes in the field and ensures currency and applicability to contemporary education for preservice and in-service teachers. In addition to two chapters on general curriculum and instruction information (one new to this edition), the book also includes chapters on classroom and behavioral management, oral language instruction, reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, science, study skills, social and self-determination skills, applied academics, and career and transition considerations. The Enhanced Pearson eText features embedded videos, check your understanding quizzes, and interactive learning modules. Improve mastery and retention with the Enhanced Pearson eText This access code card provides access to the Enhanced Pearson eText, a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content with the following multimedia features: Engaging. The new interactive, multimedia learning features were developed by the authors and other subject-matter experts to deepen and enrich the learning experience.* Convenient. Enjoy instant online access from your computer or download the Pearson eText App to read on or offline on your iPad® and Android® tablet.** Affordable. Experience the advantages of the Enhanced Pearson eText along with all the benefits of print for 40% to 50% less than a print bound book. *The Enhanced eText features are only available in the Pearson eText format. They are not available in third-party eTexts or downloads. **The Pearson eText App is available on Google Play and in the App Store. It requires Android OS 3.1-4, a 7" or 10" tablet, or iPad iOS 5.0 or later.




Comprehensive Literacy for All


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An essential resource for educators, speech-language pathologists, and parents--and an ideal text for courses that cover literacy and significant disabilities--this book will help you ensure that all students have the reading and writing skills they need to unlock new opportunities and reach their potential.