Based on extensive research, this accessible and timely book presents a broad contemporary and critical analysis of the field of the education of children and young people with learning difficulties and disabilities, in terms of the interaction and tension between different perspectives and positions.
Intended for those working with adult groups in various professional and adult community settings, this book contains chapters on learning styles, equal opportunities, self-presentation, difficult students and 'reluctant attenders', practical planning, and other topics.
Organized into 26 chapters-one for each letter of the alphabet- this book provides school-based examples and specific strategies needed to be a successful advocate for education.
All About Me is based on a programme designed to introduce individual children to their autism diagnosis in the context of their overall personal attributes. Includes practical guidance and tools for parents and professionals on how to approach the subject of a child's autism diagnosis with downloadable templates and sample lesson plans.
Learn the nuts and bolts of activity-based intervention (ABI), the trusted, child-directed approach for young children birth to 5. With the fourth edition of this classic textbook and professional guide you'll discover how to embed learning opportunities in everyday activities to help children acquire and generalize functional skills and reach their developmental goals.