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Introduction to Children with Exceptionalities

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Introduction to Children with Exceptionalities

This book introduces learners to the many facets of special education. Readers are invited to explore a variety of disabilities that may qualify a child for individualized support services. Readers will learn about cognitive, physical, sensory, emotional, and developmental differences, along with the laws and instructional strategies that guide educational practice. Readers will also be invited to identify with the children presented in various scenarios.

Early Childhood EducationSocial Sciences
Author
Dana Rethwisch
Publisher
Palo Verde Community College
Source
LibreTexts
License
CC BY-NC
Language
EN
Category
Basic Sciences
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Contents· 56 sections
  1. 01: Overall Concepts of Special Education
  2. 1.01: Understanding Special Needs Definitions Key Concept and Historical Perspectives
  3. 1.1.01: What Are Special Needs
  4. 1.1.02: Why We Should Study Exceptionalities in Education
  5. 1.1.03: Terminology Has Changed
  6. 1.1.04: Do All Learners Need the Same Amount of Assistance
  7. 1.1.05: Historical Perspectives of Special Education
  8. 1.1.06: How Inclusion Has Changed Since the Year 2000
  9. 1.1.07: Understanding Inclusion in Early Childhood Education
  10. 1.1.08: Benefits of Inclusion
  11. 1.1.09: Supporting Inclusion - Implications for Teachers
  12. 1.1.10: Concerns and Challenges of Inclusion
  13. 1.1.11: References
  14. 1.1.12: Further Reading
  15. 1.1.13: Suggested Videos
  16. 1.02: The History and Legalities of Special Education
  17. 1.2.01: Prevention
  18. 1.2.02: Early Intervention is Important
  19. 1.2.03: A Closer Look at Head Start
  20. 1.2.04: What is the California State Preschool Program
  21. 1.2.05: Universal Transitional Kindergarten for all Four-Year-Olds in California
  22. 1.2.06: What About Children Who Need More Assistance
  23. 1.2.07: States Can Supplement Federal Laws
  24. 1.2.08: Public Policy and Gifted Education
  25. 1.2.09: References
  26. 1.2.10: Further Reading
  27. 1.2.11: Suggested Videos
  28. 1.03: Cultural Reciprocity of Special Education
  29. 1.3.01: What is Cultural Identity
  30. 1.3.02: Cultures of Ability
  31. 1.3.03: The Importance of Language
  32. 1.3.04: Which Culture To Embrace
  33. 1.3.05: How Does Cultural Identity Relate to Education
  34. 1.3.06: How Does Cultural Identity Relate to Special Education
  35. 1.3.07: Special Education in Other Countries
  36. 1.3.08: Why Have So Many Countries Taken Recent Steps to Better Serve Students Through Special Education
  37. 1.3.09: Cultural Reciprocity and Working with Families
  38. 1.3.10: References
  39. 1.3.11: Further Reading
  40. 1.3.12: Suggested Videos
  41. 1.04: Assessment and the Process Involved with IFSP IEP and 504 Plans
  42. 1.4.01: Assessment and Screening
  43. 1.4.02: Child Find and Early Intervention
  44. 1.4.03: IFSP
  45. 1.4.04: IEP
  46. 1.4.05: Modifications vs Accommodations
  47. 1.4.06: What Qualifies as Disability for an IEP
  48. 1.4.07: 504 Plans
  49. 1.4.08: What Qualifies as a Disability for a 504 Plan
  50. 1.4.09: What is Similar and Unique in These Plans
  51. 1.4.10: The Teachers Role
  52. 1.4.11: References
  53. 1.4.12: Further Reading
  54. 1.4.13: Suggested Videos
  55. 02: What Qualifies a Child for Special Education
  56. 03: There Is Still Work to be Done