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Exceptional Learners : Introduction to Special Education

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ISBN-10: 0205262708

ISBN-13: 9780205262700

Edition: 7th

Authors: Daniel P. Hallahan, James M. Kauffman

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The eighth edition of this best-selling book in introductory special education is the most extensive overall revision in its twenty-two year history. It is a general introduction to the characteristics of exceptional persons and their education. It is written with both special education and general education students in mind. The authors' clear and concise writing style makes research and theoretical issues easily understood. In addition to factual information, readers are exposed to material that will help them explore and develop their attitudes and feelings towards persons with disabilities. Special topics boxes sprinkled throughout the text some highlight research findings and their…    
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Edition: 7th
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English

Exceptionality and Special Education
Educational Definition of Exceptional Learners
Prevalence of Exceptional Learners
Definition of Special Education
Teachers' Roles
Origins of Special Education
Trends in Legislation and Litigation
A Perspective on the Progress of Special Education
Current Trends and Issues
Integration into the Larger Society
Participation in General Assessments of Progress
Early Intervention
Transition from Secondary School to Adulthood
Discipline of Students with Disabilities
Some Concluding Thoughts Regarding Trends and Issues
Multicultural and Bilingual Aspects of Special Education
Education and Cultural Diversity: Concepts for Special Education
Implementing Multicultural and Bilingual Special Education
Mental Retardation
Definition
Prevalence
Causes
Assessment
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Early Intervention
Transition
Learning Disabilities
Definition
Prevalence
Causes
Assessment
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Early Intervention
Transition
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
A Brief History
Definition
Prevalence
Assessment
Causes
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Medical Considerations
Service Delivery Models
Early Intervention
Transition to Adulthood
Emotional or Behavioral Disorders
Terminology
Definition
Classification
Prevalence
Causes
Identification
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Early Intervention
Transition
Communication Disorders
Definitions
Prevalence
Language Development and Language Disorders
Educational Considerations
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Communication Variations
Speech Disorders
Early Intervention
Transition
Hearing Impairment
Definition and Classification
Prevalence
Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear
Measurement of Hearing Ability
Causes
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Early Intervention
Transition
Visual Impairment
Definition and Classification
Prevalence
Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
Measurement of Visual Ability
Causes
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Educational Considerations
Early Intervention
Transition
Physical Disabilities
Definition and Classification
Prevalence and Need
Neuromotor Impairments
Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Disorders
Other Conditions Affecting Health or Physical Ability
Prevention of Physical Disabilities
Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Adaptive Devices for
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