The Exceptional Child Inclusion in Early Childhood Education

by Allen, Eileen K.; Cowdery, Glynnis Edwards

• ISBN13: 9781111342104
• ISBN10: 1111342105
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-01-01
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

Filled with classic and current research about all aspects of educating young children with special needs, THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD: INCLUSION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, 7th Edition, discusses key approaches and tools needed to provide an optimal setting for young exceptional children and their families. Many checklists and forms are included for use within the classroom to aid teachers and caregivers in developing a developmentally appropriate environment. The book's friendly and easy-to-use format is useful to all readers, whether you are an educator or parent/caregiver.

Table of Contents

An Inclusive Approach to Early Childhood Education

Federal Legislation: Early Intervention and Prevention

Inclusive Programs for Young Children

Normal and Exceptional Development

Developmental Disabilities: Causes and Classifications

Sensory Impairments: Hearing & Vision

Physical Disabilities and Health Problems

Learning and Behavior Disorders

Partnership with Families

Assessment and the IFSP/IEP Process

Characteristics of Effective Teachers in Inclusive Programs

The Developmental Behavioral Approach

Arranging and the Learning Environment

Facilitating Self- Care, Adaptive and Independence Skills

Facilitating Social Development

Facilitating Speech, Language, and Communication Skills

Facilitating Preacademic and Cognitive Learning

Managing Challenging Behaviors

Planning Transitions to Support Inclusion

Appendix A through G

Glossary

Index

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