Showing titles in Special Education & Disabilities

With the skyrocketing diagnoses of ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and related conditions in U.S. schools, there is a growing need for information on creating effective IEPs for exceptional students. The IEP From A to Z is a step-by-step guide showing teachers and parents how to get the right education plan in place for students with ADHD, Autism/Asperger's, Emotional/Behavioral Disturbance, and related conditions.

Being the Change is based on the idea that people can develop skills and habits to serve them in the comprehension of social issues. Sara K. Ahmed identifies and unpacks the skills of social comprehension, providing teachers with tools and activities that help students make sense of themselves and the world as they navigate relevant topics in today’s society.

Trauma-Responsive Pedagogy explores the research and practices around trauma-informed education in an easy-to-digest, actionable text that elevates the healing and wellness of both the children and the adults in our classrooms.

I put this book together for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers to help them with children with ADD, ADHD, Autism, and more. For many years I was an advocate for my son, spoke at teacher conferences, went to conferences, and wrote a monthly article for an international online website. This book helps with concentration, arguing, and inspiring them. I do not claim to have all the answers, but this is a lot of what I applied and was shared with me throughout those difficult years. I believe that this will be a big help.

Este volume convida os educadores a conhecerem um pouco mais sobre a Educação Integral e suas potencialidades. Trata-se de um estudo voltado para identificar as diferentes possibilidades da Educação Integral como proposta educativa que visa a formação e o desenvolvimento de todas as dimensões dos sujeitos. A Educação Integral pode ser compreendida como o compromisso de construir uma educação de qualidade, formando sujeitos plenos para o exercício do seu papel na sociedade. Não é considerada uma metodologia, tão pouco uma modalidade de educação.

Navigate the intricate terrain of nurturing language skills in both typically developing children and those facing unique challenges, from late talkers to those with special needs. This book equips you with essential tools and proven strategies, eliminating the guesswork and empowering you to foster language proficiency with confidence.

Introducing the only ADHD parenting guide you need to go from feeling frustrated and overwhelmed to being confident and in control. Another day, another meltdown. Unfinished homework, sudden changes, or uncomfortable socks—the emotional fallout is familiar. How often do you retreat for patience, only to feel guilty? Do you question if you're doing enough? Wish for a "normal" parenting experience? You're not alone.

Unexpected Joy is a book about an inspirational young man who makes friends everywhere he goes. He is not like everyone else. He has special needs. He has taken his father and others on a journey they did not choose. His father learned to embrace the journey over many years. This is a story of struggle, depression, deliverance, redemption, acceptance, and eventually joy wrapped in an adventure of a lifetime of challenges.

Before Kionne McGhee became a State Representative, author, professor, husband, and father, he had to survive a harsh reality. Growing up in the tough Naranja Housing Projects of South Miami, McGhee balanced being the man of the house with the pressures of street life. Petty crimes, skipping school, and living fast defined his early years.

The IEP process can be confusing, frustrating, and time-consuming. Understanding what your child or student needs is one thing, but getting them help and resources can be another thing altogether. Drawing on decades of experience, Jennifer Laviano and Julie Swanson are uniquely positioned to guide both parents and teachers through the IEP process. The IEP Guide for All breaks down the legal and standardized language and will leave parents feeling confident while navigating the IEP process.

Individuals with Asperger's syndrome often possess a range of unique strengths that can be harnessed effectively in various contexts, particularly when it comes to goal-setting. These strengths can serve as a solid foundation for personal development and achievement. Understanding and recognizing these attributes is essential for parents, caregivers, and teachers who aim to support individuals with Asperger’s in reaching their full potential.

Understanding and Thriving with ADHD is a comprehensive guide for individuals, parents, educators, and professionals who want to better understand Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and harness its potential. Combining scientific insights with practical advice, this book sheds light on the unique challenges and strengths of those living with ADHD, offering actionable strategies to help navigate relationships, work, school, and daily life.

Patricia Doran is an author and educator with decades of experience successfully teaching students from diverse backgrounds, ages, learning abilities, and learning disabilities, particularly individuals who have been told that they are dyslexic. She is an expert in explicit, systematic phonics instruction via direct instruction.

Vous vous sentez épuisé dans votre travail ? Vos élèves vous mènent la vie dure ? Vous avez du mal à vous lever le matin parce que vous avez peur de la vie scolaire ? Alors ce livre peut vous aider. Le métier d'enseignant n'est pas facile. Les perturbations et les élèves provocateurs peuvent rendre votre vie quotidienne à l'école beaucoup plus difficile et vous faire perdre tout plaisir à enseigner. Le risque d'épuisement professionnel ne doit pas être sous-estimé, en particulier dans ce domaine. Vous en êtes peut-être déjà à un point où vous envisagez de jeter l'éponge.

Splendid Agony is an informative, illuminating, and encouraging book that offers valuable insights for people with dyslexia, parents and teachers of people with dyslexia, and anyone who wants to know more about what it's like to go through the American educational system with dyslexia.

Many individuals with learning disabilities possess a wealth of knowledge and skills that can be harnessed effectively. By redefining the narrative around learning disabilities, we can empower ourselves and others to view these obstacles as stepping stones rather than insurmountable barriers.

A learning differences expert shares stories, strategies, and information about what students with disabilities need to be successful in college. In Taking Flight, Dr. Perry T. Laroque shares his insight and expertise on a range of important issues many students with a wide range of disabilities face as they head off to college. Rather than merely focusing on the academic aspects, LaRoque addresses the full college experience, discussing the strategies and perspective needed to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

هل يولد جميع الأطفال أذكياء؟!! إذا كان الجواب نعم فلماذا نرى تفاوتًا في قدراتهم ودرجاتهم الدّراسية؟ وإذا كان الجواب لا فعلى ماذا تعتمد نسبة ذكاء الطفل وما الأمور...

Creating a classroom environment that honors diversity begins with respecting the individuality of each student. When a teacher embraces a humanistic ethos and the principles of the universal design for learning, a beautiful mosaic emerges that enables all students to learn and grow within a productive and caring learning environment.