The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education

2019-07-29
The SAGE Handbook of Autism and Education

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  • Author: Rita Jordan
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1526418959
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 1198

Education is an important aspect of the environmental influences on autism and effective education can have a significant effect on outcome for those on the autism spectrum. This handbook is a definitive resource for reflective practitioners and researchers who wish to know and understand current views of the nature of autism and best practice in educational support. It explores the key concepts, debates and research areas in the field.

The SAGE Handbook of Developmental Disorders

2011-01-31
The SAGE Handbook of Developmental Disorders

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  • Author: Patricia Howlin
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1473971217
  • Category : Psychology
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 833

Over the last four decades, breakthroughs in genetic knowledge, together with the emergence of disciplines devoted to the scientific study of developmental disorders have resulted in much greater awareness of the many different behavioural and genetic phenotypes involved. It is now evident that not only do different disorders have different causes and different manifestations, but different neurological and biochemical bases, different responses to intervention, and different life courses. Reflecting the enormous changes that have taken place in our knowledge and understanding of developmental disorders, this groundbreaking international volume brings this vast and complex field together for the first time. The Editors have collected together the world′s leading academic scholars and clinicians, to explore how current research across a range of different disciplines can inform clinical practice and help to improve the lives of individuals and their families.

The SAGE Handbook of Inclusion and Diversity in Education

2019-09-30
The SAGE Handbook of Inclusion and Diversity in Education

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  • Author: Matthew J. Schuelka
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1526485990
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 936

This handbook examines policy and practice from around the world with respect to broadly conceived notions of inclusion and diversity within education. It sets out to provide a critical and comprehensive overview of current thinking and debate around aspects such as inclusive education rights, philosophy, context, policy, systems, and practices for a global audience. This makes it an ideal text for researchers and those involved in policy-making, as well as those teaching in classrooms today. Chapters are separated across three key parts: Part I: Conceptualizations and Possibilities of Inclusion and Diversity in Education Part II: Inclusion and Diversity in Educational Practices, Policies, and Systems Part III: Inclusion and Diversity in Global and Local Educational Contexts

The SAGE Handbook of Gifted and Talented Education

2018-12-29
The SAGE Handbook of Gifted and Talented Education

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  • Author: Belle Wallace
  • Publisher: SAGE Publications Limited
  • ISBN: 9781526431158
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

The SAGE Handbook of Gifted & Talented Education provides a comprehensive and international overview of key challenges and issues in the field of gifted education, making this an invaluable volume for individuals in the fields of education, public and private school administration, psychology and beyond. Containing contributions by a range of expert authors from around the world, chapters include discussions of the wide range of human abilities and talents which impinge upon academic success, with explorations of various political, social and economic factors which influence how ‘giftedness’ and ‘gifted education’ is defined and understood in different regions around the globe. PART 1. CONCEPTS OF GIFTEDNESS AND IDENTIFICATION: SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL NEEDS PART 2: EDUCATIONAL PROVISION: PROGRAMS AND STRATEGIES PART 3: GLOBAL RESPONSES TO EMERGING G&T PROVISION: DEFINING THE FUTURE

Autism and Early Years Practice

2009-11-18
Autism and Early Years Practice

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  • Author: Kate Wall
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 144620586X
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 178

This new edition of the leading book in autism and early years practice continues to provide excellent guidance for all early years students and practitioners on how to work with young children who have autism or who appear on the autistic spectrum. Kate Wall′s wise words will resonate with all, as she sets out clear and realistic suggestions for ways to include young children with autism in mainstream settings, supporting her advice with case studies based on her own experience as a practitioner. Each chapter also looks at key issues and offers suggestions for discussion. Highlights of the new edition include: - coverage of the latest developments in research - reference to current early years legislation, including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) - new case studies, covering the full 0 to 8 age range - more suggestions for discussion - updated key texts for further reading. Every early years student and early years practitioner needs this book; it is an invaluable guide to best practice on how to work with young children with such particular needs. Kate Wall is Principal Lecturer in Childhood Studies at the University of Chichester. She has worked extensively as a practitioner in the early years, in both mainstream and specialist settings.

The SAGE Handbook of Special Education

2013-12-14
The SAGE Handbook of Special Education

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  • Author: Lani Florian
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1473971292
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 700

The second edition of The SAGE Handbook of Special Education provides a comprehensive overview of special education, offering a wide range of views on key issues from all over the world. The contributors bring together up-to-date theory, research and innovations in practice, with an emphasis on future directions for the role of special education in a global context of inclusion. This brand new edition features: " New chapters on families, interagency collaboration and issues of lifelong learning " The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities " Policy reform proposals " Equity and social justice in education " The impact of new thinking on assessment " Issues and developments in classification " The preparation and qualifications that teachers need The Handbook′s breadth, clarity and academic rigour will make it essential reading for researchers and postgraduate students, and also for practitioners, teachers, school managers and administrators.

Autism and Understanding

2012-06-06
Autism and Understanding

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  • Author: Walter Solomon
  • Publisher: SAGE Publications
  • ISBN: 1446209245
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 243

The author sets out an approach based on Dr Geoffrey Waldon's philosophy of the development of understanding, which centres on helping children learn-how-to-learn. The book includes: - The inspirational and well documented story of the author's son, diagnosed at two with autism and as 'basically sub-normal', now a successful professional with a wife and child. - An introduction to Geoffrey Waldon's theory and working methods. - Testimony from parents and teachers, covering autism and a range of learning difficulties. This book does not offer a 'miracle cure' for autism, although the author aims to counteract the prevailing view that autism is a lifetime condition. The author demonstrates that with the appropriate intervention, children with autism - and other special needs - can gain a fuller understanding of the world and learn to take a constructive and contributing place in it. Teachers, therapists, doctors, parents and special interest groups will find this book an important and potentially transformational read. Listen to a podcast of Walter Solomon discuss the story of his son Robert, the motivation behind his new book and how to get started using the Waldon Approach. Listen here Or watch the video here!

Teaching Play to Children with Autism

2012-04-04
Teaching Play to Children with Autism

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  • Author: Nicky Phillips
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1446258599
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 138

The Identiplay intervention helps children on the autistic spectrum, and those with specific communication disorders, learn to play. Through the use of play scripts the approach promotes the development of social skills, understanding, imagination and exploration. By learning these skills the young person can enjoy reciprocal play with an adult or peer. Supported by case studies the theory behind the approach is fully outlined and scripts are provided for instant use in a number of settings. The new edition of this popular book includes: - More on developing your own scripts - How to assess the child′s current play skills - The adult′s role in play - The use of visual/verbal support - New case studies - New scripts - Advice on taking learning outdoors - Links to resources and useful websites A supporting CD ROM contains video clips of the intervention in practice, printable scripts and a PowerPoint presentation to facilitate professional training making this a vital resource for anyone working with young children on the autistic spectrum or with communication difficulties.

From Another Planet

2004-05-11
From Another Planet

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  • Author: Dominique Dumortier
  • Publisher: SAGE Publications Limited
  • ISBN: 9781904315322
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 112

`This is one of those books that someone could pick up and read and could open the door to recognition of a condition that has so far been undetected. I am sure that her anecdotes will ring bells for some people' - Stroud Autistic Support Group Amongst the books about Autism, the reader should be looking for those that help us understand the condition, anticipate the problems that arise and respond with flexibility and acceptance. This book explains the experience of an autistic person facing the everyday events we easily manage. When they read this book my friends and acquaintances may not immediately recognise it is about me. I have become an expert at hiding difficulties caused by my autism. If there is something I simply can't do, or if I find it very difficult, people around me might not necessarily notice. I know lots of tricks to prevent me from making a poor show, or people noticing my inability to do certain things... Some people don't believe me. My reply is try spending a week with me you will soon find out! If we cannot spend a week with Dominique then this book is the next best thing.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

2017-02-15
Autism Spectrum Disorder

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  • Author: Jill M. Boucher
  • Publisher: SAGE
  • ISBN: 1473986990
  • Category : Psychology
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 369

Following on from the popular and provocative First Edition, the Second Edition offers the latest research on autistic spectrum disorders, exploring theories at the psychological, neurobiological and 'first cause' levels to methods of assessment, intervention, education and support.