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Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education

Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education

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The eighth edition of this best-selling introductory text in special education is the most extensive overall revision in its twenty-two year history. It is a general introduction to the characteristics of exceptional persons and their education. It is written with both special education and general education students in mind. The authors' clear and concise writing style makes research and theoretical issues easily understood. In addition to factual information, readers are exposed to material that will help them explore and develop their attitudes and feelings towards persons with disabilities.

Table of Contents:
1.Exceptionality and Special Education. Educational Definition of Exceptional Learners. Prevalence of Exceptional Learners. Definition of Special Education. Teachers' Roles. Origins of Special Education. Trends in Legislation and Litigation. A Perspective on the Progress of Special Education. 2.Current Trends and Issues. Integration into the Larger Society. Participation in General Assessments of Progress. Early Intervention. Transition from Secondary School to Adulthood. Discipline of Students with Disabilities. Some Concluding Thoughts Regarding Trends and Issues. 3.Multicultural and Bilingual Aspects of Special Education. Education and Cultural Diversity: Concepts for Special Education. Implementing Multicultural and Bilingual Special Education. 4.Mental Retardation. Definition. Prevalence. Causes. Assessment. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 5.Learning Disabilities. Definition. Prevalence. Causes. Assessment. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 6.Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A Brief History. Definition. Prevalence. Assessment. Causes. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Medical Considerations. Service Delivery Models. Early Intervention. Transition to Adulthood. 7.Emotional or Behavioral Disorders. Terminology. Definition. Classification. Prevalence. Causes. Identification. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 8.Communication Disorders. Definitions. Prevalence. Language Development and Language Disorders. Educational Considerations. Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Communication Variations. Speech Disorders. Early Intervention. Transition. 9.Hearing Impairment. Definition and Classification. Prevalence. Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear. Measurement of Hearing Ability. Causes. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 10.Visual Impairment. Definition and Classification. Prevalence. Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye. Measurement of Visual Ability. Causes. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 11.Physical Disabilities. Definition and Classification. Prevalence and Need. Neuromotor Impairments. Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Disorders. Other Conditions Affecting Health or Physical Ability. Prevention of Physical Disabilities. Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics. Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Adaptive Devices for Daily Living. Educational Considerations. Early Intervention. Transition. 12.Special Gifts and Talents. Definition. Prevalence. Origins of Giftedness. Identification of Giftedness. Physical, Psychological, and Behavioral Characteristics. Cultural Values Regarding Students with Special Gifts or Talents and Their Education. Neglected Groups of Students with Special Gifts or Talents. Educational Considerations. Teachers of Students with Special Gifts or Talents. Early Intervention. Transition. 13.Parents and Families. Professionals' Changing Views of Parents. The Effects of a Child with a Disability on the Family. Family Involvement in Treatment and Education. Appendix: Summary of IDEA '97 Regulatory Issues. Glossary. References. Index.


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  • ISBN-13: 9780205287796
  • Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
  • Publisher Imprint: Pearson
  • Height: 262 mm
  • No of Pages: 608
  • Spine Width: 28 mm
  • Weight: 1350 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0205287794
  • Publisher Date: 08 Dec 1999
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Sub Title: Introduction to Special Education
  • Width: 212 mm


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