Modifying Schoolwork

How are the needs of each student met in the classroom? Educators will find out in this ready reference. Full of proven strategies, models, and examples, they'll learn how to adapt the class and curriculum and to provide the individualized instruction each student needs for academic and social success. With considerations to the individual student and disability, key topics are explored, including curricular adaptations (the lessons taught) instructional adaptations (how the lessons are taught) ecological adaptations (where, when, and with whom the lessons are taught) General and special educators, counselors, families, and service staff will appreciate this quick, information-packed guide as they strive to provide a full and nurturing environment to students with a broad range of disabilities, from learning disabilities to severe developmental disabilities.

Rachel Janney, Ph.D., is an associate professor at Radford University in Radford, Virginia. Martha E. Snell, Ph.D., is a professor in the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.