Full Description
Exceptional Childrenbeen known for its innovation, strong research base and accessibility. The tenth edition has all of those strengths, but has a greater focus on highly effective, research-based practices that are described in a very step-by-step, applied manner. Heward presents an informative and responsible introduction to the professional practices, trends, and research that define contemporary special education while also conveying the diversity and excitement of this changing field. The book is for those teachers who will be professionals in the area of special education or those who are working with students that have exceptionalities.
Contents
Chapter 1Chapter 2: Planning and Providing Special Education ServicesChapter 3: Collaborating with Parents and Families in a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Society Chapter 4: Intellectual DisabilitiesChapter 5: Learning Disabilities Chapter 6: Emotional or Behavioral Disorders Chapter 7: Autism Spectrum Disorders Chapter 8: Communication DisordersChapter 9: Deafness and Hearing LossChapter 10: Blindness and Low Vision Chapter 11: Physical Disabilties, Health Impairments, and ADHD Chapter 12: Low-Incidence Disabilities: Severe/Multiple Disabilities, Deaf-Blindness, and Traumatic Brain InjuryChapter 13: Giftedness and Talent Chapter 14: Early Childhood Special EducationChapter 15: Transitioning to Adulthood* Categorical chapters 4-13 roughly follow the same general format:* Definition (and Classification)* Identification and Assessment* Characteristics* Prevalence* Causes* Educational Approaches* Educational Placement
