Synopses & Reviews
Focusing on the needs of secondary-level learners with common disabilities–a group often neglected by other books on the market–Teaching Students with Mild and High Incidence Disabilities at the Secondary Level,3/e presents numerous research-proven instructional methods and strategies. It thoroughly examines the methods that are effective “across the board,” as well as methods specific to particular challenges. The authors address special education theory and relevant research in simple, straightforward language that uses minimal jargon, making concepts accessible and understandable to all. Using case studies to show actual instruction “as it happens,” this book gives readers a realistic portrait of today's diverse student population. Coverage includes: special education and adolescence; instruction methods; and current and future instructional issues. An obvious resource for special education teachers, this book is also an excellent guide for all educators, as it provides information about assessment and curriculum planning.
Table of Contents
PART I: SPECIAL EDUCATION AND ADOLESCENCE. 1. Introduction to Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities. 2. Adolescence and its Characteristics.
3. Secondary Level Students with High-Incidence Disabilities.
PART II: INSTRUCTION METHODS. 4. Effective Instruction and Behavior Management Techniques.
5. Reading Instruction for Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities.
6. Written Language Instruction for Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities.
7. Teaching Mathematics to Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities.
8. Cognitive Strategy Training and Study Skills Instruction for Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities.
9. Social Skills Instruction.
PART III: CURRENT AND FUTURE INSTRUCTIONAL ISSUES. 10. Content Area Instruction for Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities.
11. Transition-Related Instruction.
12. Education of Adolescents with High-Incidence Disabilities in Post-secondary Programs.
Appendix.
Name Index.
Subject Index.