Young Children with Special Needs

by Gargiulo, Richard; Kilgo, Jennifer L.

• ISBN13: 9781401860820
• ISBN10: 1401860826
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-07-19
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

This book is dedicated to addressing the educational needs of young children with delays and disabilities, as well as those with anticipated learning difficulties. The authors take a practical approach to sharing a wealth of knowledge in this introduction to the educational policies, programs, practices, and services appropriate to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who exhibit such characteristics. They employ educational vignettes, an Online Resource Web site with a host of supporting materials, photographs, tables and figures to make research-based theories and philosophical foundations take on practical meaning for the reader. New to this edition is an emphasis on instructional strategies and pedagogical recommendations necessary for creating inclusive learning environments, as well as suggestions for incorporating technology into the learning environment, especially adaptive/assistive technology.

Table of Contents

Perspectives, Policies, and Practices of Early Childhood Special Education

Foundations of Early Childhood Special Education

The Context of Early Childhood Special Education

Family-Based Early Childhood Services

Identifying and Assessing Young Children with Special Needs

Initial Assessments of Young Children with Known or Suspected Disabilities

Assessments for Program Planning, Progress Monitoring and Evaluation

Planning and Organizing Educational Programs

Delivering Services to Young Children with Special Needs

Curriculum for Young Children with Special Needs

Designing Learning Environments for Young Children with Special Needs

Strategies for Teaching Young Children with Special Needs

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