A Practical Guide for Special Education Professionals

by Churchill, Lisa R.; Mulholland, Rita; Cepello, Michelle R.

• ISBN13: 9780131720213
• ISBN10: 013172021X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-01-02
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

KEYTOPIC: A Practical Guide for Special Education Professionalsis a resource guidebook, the purpose of which is to provide practical information and suggestions to help the special education teacher survive and eventually succeed in the school and classroom setting. KEY FEATURES: This book is written to be used as a quick reference. Thus, the chapters are presented in a brief, user-friendly format. The guidebook's content presents an overview of the major elements in special education: The Individualized Education Program (IEP), Classroom and Individual Behavior Management, Assessment for Instruction, Supervision of Paraprofessionals, Instructional Planning and Strategies, Collaborative Consultation, Home-School Partnerships, and Stress Reduction Strategies and Time Management Techniques. Each chapter prepares the teacher to work effectively in special education by supplying strategies and practical tips for working directly with pupils and other adults in the educational setting. MARKET: Practicing and Pre-service Special Education Teachers

Author Biography

Lisa R. Churchill is a Professor of Special Education at California State University, Chico in the Professional Studies in Education Department.

Table of Contents

Overview of Special Education

The Individualized Education Program

Classroom Management and Organization

Individual Behavior Management

Assessment for Instruction

Instructional Planning

Instructional Strategies

Supervision of Paraprofessionals

Collaborative Consultation

Home-School Partnerships

Survival to Success

Stress Reduction and Time Management Strategies

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