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Encyclopedia of Special Education
Cecil R. Reynolds, Elaine Fletcher-Janzen, Kimberly J. Vannest

Encyclopedia of Special Education

  • The only encyclopedia or comprehensive reference devoted to special education
  • Editors-In-Chief and Contributing Editors are leading researchers and scholars in the field
  • New edition includes over 200 more entries than previous edition, with increased attention given to those topics that have grown in importance since the publication of the third edition, such as technology, service delivery policies, international issues, neuropsychology, and Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis. In addition, the entries will be updated to cover the latest editions of the assessment instruments frequently administered in special education settings
  • Includes an international list of authors and descriptions of special education in 35 countries
  • Includes technology and legal updates to reflect a rapidly changing environment

4 Volumes

http: //onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781118660584

*This is a 4 volume set. Books can be purchased individually or as a set.

Ending the Homework Hassles
John K. Rosemond

Ending the Homework Hassles

A lot of parents struggle with the homework question. Children often think there is too much. Studies tell us though that our children do less homework than children in other countries. As new standards are implemented the homework problem becomes even more daunting. Homework can be a real struggle for students who find school difficult—especially for students with LD and/or ADHD. This guide offers basic strategies. In one sense this is nothing new. In another way, however, it makes the strategies concrete with step by step advice on how to solve the homework wars.

Enhancing the Note-Taking Skills of Students with Mild Disabilities

Teachers can improve the note-taking skills of students with mild disabilities by either modifying their presentation during lectures or teaching students how to use note-taking techniques. This article begins with a vignette and then describes how teachers can modify their lectures and how they can teach note-taking techniques to students. The two note-taking techniques described are strategic note taking and guided notes.

Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education
Daniel P. Hallahan, James M. Kauffman

Exceptional Learners: Introduction to Special Education

Hallahan and Kauffman continue their tradition of presenting the latest trends and issues in this edition with over 400 new reference citations dated 2000 and after. Theory and research is presented in clear and concise language, and practical teaching suggestions are based on sound research. There are good reasons why Hallahan and Kauffman has been the best-selling introductory book in special education for generations of general education and special education teachers. Depth, lucidity, clarity, and coherence combine to make a text appropriate for readers at all levels: graduate and undergraduate, from introductory to advanced. Hallahan and Kauffman bring readers information they can trust. For anyone interested in education, specifically special education and human exceptionality.

Executive Function: Activation Routines

In order to succeed at a task, students must organize, prioritize, and activate. The following collection of Landmark teaching strategies focuses on ways to activate students toward successful task completion by exploring the use of reference tools, working on time management, and cueing students to empower them to begin a task, sustain effort, and complete work.

Woman talking to upset child

Executive Function: Addressing Emotion through Communication

Students’ emotional responses to challenging situations can influence their concentration, perseverance, application of learned skills, and interactions with others. Even with safe and supportive classroom environments, students often have difficulty because they lack the communication skills to address challenging situations.

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About LD, Accommodations & Modifications, ADHD, Assistive Technology, Educational Technology, Evaluation / LD Testing, Legislation & Policy, Reading & Dyslexia, Special Education

Expert Advice

Psychiatrists Dr. Larry Silver, psychologist Dr. Todd Cunningham, lawyer Matt Cohen, and educational technology expert Dr. Tracy Gray answer selected questions about learning disabilities and ADHD.

Faking It: A Look Into the Mind of a Creative Learner
Christopher Lee, Rosemary Jackson

Faking It: A Look Into the Mind of a Creative Learner

Christopher Lee was the author’s student at The University of Georgia, and Faking It: A Look Into the Mind of a Creative Learner is the story of his struggle to come to terms with learning disabilities. Using modifications and accommodations and putting in lots of hard work, Christopher graduated in 1990, and this book was published in 1992. Christopher looked forward to graduating because he thought his major struggles with LD would end with school. However, he quickly realized that the world of work offered a whole new array of challenges. He has spent the last eight years reframing his disability into something positive and has learned how to use assistive technology to compensate for problems with reading, writing and spelling in the workplace.

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