For years the text of choice for developing excellence as a teacher of
K-12 students with moderate and severe disabilities, this clearly
written work has now been revised and updated. Chapters provide
step-by-step procedures for designing standards-based individualized
education plans and evaluating and enhancing student progress. Methods
and materials for teaching literacy, mathematics, science, and social
studies are described in depth. The book also describes effective ways
to build functional daily living skills. User-friendly features include
extensive vignettes and classroom examples, end-of-chapter application
exercises, and reproducible planning and assessment tools. Purchasers
get access to a Web page where they can download and print the
reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.
New to This Edition
*Reflects important advances in research and evidence-based practice.
*Chapter on collaborating with culturally diverse families, plus a
stronger multicultural focus throughout.
*Chapter on writing instruction.
*Two additional chapters on reading and math, ensuring coverage of both
foundational and grade-aligned skills.
*Increased attention to students with autism spectrum disorder and to
uses of technology.
