Full Description
HUMAN EXCEPTIONALITYevidence-based testament to the critical role of cross-professional collaboration in enhancing the lives of exceptional individuals and their families. This text's unique lifespan approach combines powerful research, evidence-based practices, and inspiring stories, engendering passion and empathy and enhancing the lives of individuals with exceptionalities. Designed to help readers experience individuals with disabilities and their families in a personal and intimate fashion, HUMAN EXCEPTIONALITY is an excellent resource--whether you're a teacher education candidate, a practicing teacher, or a human services professional.
Contents
Part I1. Understanding Exceptionalities in the 21st Century.2. Education for All.3. Inclusion and Multidisciplinary Collaboration in the Early Childhood and Elementary School Years.4. Secondary Education and Transition Planning.5. Cultural and Linguistic Diversity.6. Exceptionalities and Families.Part III: PEOPLE WHO ARE EXCEPTIONAL.7. Learning Disabilities.8. Emotional/Behavioral Disorders.9. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.10. Communication Disorders.11. Autism Spectrum Disorders.12. Severe and Multiple Disabilities.13. Sensory Disabilities: Hearing and Vision Loss.14. Physical Disabilities and Other Health Disorders.Part IV: EXCEPTIONAL GIFTS AND TALENTS.15. Gifted, Creative, and Talented.
