Download or read book The Special Education Program Administrator s Handbook written by David Bateman and published by Pearson. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical handbook designed to help special education administrators, principals, and assistant principals address many of the issues they will confront relating to students with disabilities. This unique book is developed specifically to help new administrators survive the pressure of working with students with disabilities. Many texts are filled with theories, but very little practical advice has been available specifically about day-to-day operations. This book is organized to give new special education administrators that practical advice. Current administrators with extensive knowledge of special education share their experiences through contributed chapters. The practical, real world advice will prove useful not only for special education administrators, but also for principals and assistant principals. Features: -Realistic examples developed to promote problem solving abilities are included in every chapter. -Includes the latest information on the role of administrators. -The practical importance of the content is quickly stated, without over-emphasizing theory. [ Insert MyLabSchool Ad ]
Download or read book A Principal s Guide to Special Education 3rd Edition written by David F. Bateman and published by Council For Exceptional Children. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential handbook for educating students in the 21st century, since its initial publication A Principal's Guide to Special Education has provided guidance to school administrators seeking to meet the needs of students with disabilities. The third edition of this invaluable reference, updated in collaboration with and endorsed by the National Association of Elementary School Principals and the National Association of Secondary School Principals and incorporating the perspectives of both teachers and principals, addresses such current issues as teacher accountability and evaluation, instructional leadership, collaborative teaching and learning communities, discipline procedures for students with disabilities, and responding to students' special education needs within a standards-based environment.
Download or read book Handbook of Leadership and Administration for Special Education written by Jean B. Crockett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-31 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together for the first time research informing leadership practice in special education from preschool through transition into post-secondary settings. It provides comprehensive coverage of 1) disability policy 2) leadership knowledge, 3) school reform, and 4) effective educational leadership practices. Broader in scope than previous books, it provides in-depth analysis by prominent scholars from across the disciplines of both general and special education leadership. Coverage includes historical roots, policy and legal perspectives, and content supporting collaborative and instructional leadership that support the administration of special education. Comprehensive – This is the first book to integrate the knowledge bases of special education and educational leadership as these fields impact school improvement and the performance of students with disabilities. Chapter Structure – Chapters provide a review of the knowledge base as well as recommendations for special education leadership and future research. Multicultural Focus – Addressing special education leadership within the context of a multicultural society, chapters incorporate content related to the diversity of families, teachers, and students. Expertise – Chapter authors have made significant contributions to the knowledge base in their specific areas of study such as educational policy, special education law and finance, school reform,, organizational management, and instructional leadership. This book is a reference volume for scholars, leaders, and policy makers and a textbook for graduate courses in special education, educational administration, and policy studies.
Download or read book Handbook of Leadership and Administration for Special Education written by Jean B. Crockett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-07-03 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Leadership and Administration for Special Education brings together research informing practice in leading special education from preschool through transition into postsecondary settings. The second edition of this comprehensive handbook has been fully updated to provide coverage of disability policy, historical roots, policy and legal perspectives, as well as effective, collaborative, and instructional leadership practices that support the administration of special education. It can be used as a reference volume for scholars, administrators, practitioners, and policy makers, as well as a textbook for graduate courses related to the administration of special education.
Download or read book A Practical Approach to Special Education Administration written by James B. Earley and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2022-06-28 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your guide to excelling in the complex role of a special education administrator The job of the administrator of special education is arguably one of the most difficult in a school district—and that complexity can be overwhelming. It requires an aspect of every administrative job in the district, including budgets, human resources, student advocacy, and curriculum and assessment. Written by two veteran special education administrators with more than 100 years of combined experience, this book shows current and aspiring special education administrators how to excel in the many demanding areas of their position, allowing them to be effective administrators and educational leaders. Among the many topics included in the book are The importance of visibility in the form of face-to-face interactions to assist staff, students, and building principals The importance of parents in the process The significance of confidentiality, due process, program development, and working with advocates Insight into decision-making and relationship-building A critical tool in any special education administrator′s box, as well as building administrators, central office administrators and school committee members, this book provides practical and friendly advice for a difficult but critical job.
Download or read book Handbook of Special Education written by James M. Kauffman and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-05-25 with total page 965 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of the Handbook of Special Education is to help profile and bring greater clarity to the already sprawling and continuously expanding field of special education. To ensure consistency across the volume, chapter authors review and integrate existing research, identify strengths and weaknesses, note gaps in the literature, and discuss implications for practice and future research. The second edition has been fully updated throughout to take into account recent changes to federal laws as well as the most current academic research, and an entirely new section has been added on research methods in special education.
Download or read book An Administrator s Handbook of Special Education written by Morvin A. Wirtz and published by Charles C. Thomas Publisher. This book was released on 1977 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Program Administrator s Guide to Early Childhood Special Education written by Janeen McCracken Taylor and published by Brookes Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides practical and accessible guidance for program administrators in early childhood special education and includes tools, tips and knowledge to better manage the programs.
Download or read book The Inclusive School written by Genevra Walters and published by . This book was released on 2012-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Inclusive School: An Administrator's Handbook offers a critical look at the current educational system and its impact on students while also offering specific strategies for administrators to change the school climate in order to effectively teach all children. The book provides a framework, procedures, and specific tools for assessing and implementing systems and strategies at all levels in order to ensure that all children grow and learn. Tools and strategies are provided to cover topics that include creating effective teams using strategies that increase communication; building leadership capacity among staff members; developing, implementing, and monitoring viable curriculum; assessing engaged learning in classrooms; and assessing school- and teacher-level factors for quality of implementation.
Download or read book Developing Teacher Leaders in Special Education written by Daniel M. Maggin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-07-06 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical and forward-thinking, Developing Teacher Leaders in Special Education is the administrator's essential guide to growing special educator leadership in any school, district, or program. Special educators need to be flexible, proactive, and collaborative – qualities that make them uniquely suited to roles in school leadership – but these skills are often overlooked when choosing effective teacher leaders. Featuring helpful tips and detailed examples to demonstrate the concepts in action, this book breaks down the qualities that special educators can bring to your school leadership team and explores how you can leverage those skills to create a more inclusive and successful community.
Download or read book The Survival Guide for New Special Education Teachers written by Catherine Creighton Martin and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers practical guidance on such topics as roles and responsibilities, school environment and culture, classroom organization and management, collaboration with other professionals, and individual professional development.
Download or read book A Teacher s Guide to Special Education written by David F. Bateman and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2016-06-27 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite the prevalence of students with disabilities in the general education classroom, few teachers receive training on how to meet these students’ needs or how to navigate Despite the prevalence of students with disabilities in the general education classroom, few teachers receive training on how to meet these students’ needs or how to navigate the legally mandated processes enumerated in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). What is their role? What are their responsibilities? What are the roles and rights of parents? And what must all teachers do to ensure that students with disabilities and other special needs receive the quality education they’re entitled to? In this practical reference, David F. Bateman—bestselling author of A Principal’s Guide to Special Education—and special education administrator Jenifer L. Cline clarify what general education teachers need to know about special education law and processes and provide a guide to instructional best practices for the inclusive classroom. Topics covered include The pre-referral, referral, and evaluation processes Individualized education programs (IEPs) and the parties involved Accommodations for students who do not quality for special education, including those covered by Section 504 Transition from preK to K–12 and from high school to postschool life Classroom management and student behavior Educational frameworks, instructional strategies, and service delivery options Assessment, grades, graduation, and diplomas The breadth of coverage in this book, along with its practical examples, action steps, and appendixes covering key terms and definitions will provide the foundation all K–12 teachers need to successfully instruct and support students receiving special education services. It’s an indispensable resource for every general education classroom. the legally mandated processes enumerated in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). What is their role? What are their responsibilities? What are the roles and rights of parents? And what must all teachers do to ensure that students with disabilities and other special needs receive the quality education they’re entitled to? In this practical reference, David F. Bateman—bestselling author of A Principal’s Guide to Special Education—and special education administrator Jenifer L. Cline clarify what general education teachers need to know about special education law and processes and provide a guide to instructional best practices for the inclusive classroom. Topics covered include The pre-referral, referral, and evaluation processes Individualized education programs (IEPs) and the parties involved Accommodations for students who do not quality for special education, including those covered by Section 504 Transition from preK to K–12 and from high school to postschool life Classroom management and student behavior Educational frameworks, instructional strategies, and service delivery options Assessment, grades, graduation, and diplomas The breadth of coverage in this book, along with its practical examples, action steps, and appendixes covering key terms and definitions will provide the foundation all K–12 teachers need to successfully instruct and support students receiving special education services. It’s an indispensable resource for every general education classroom.
Download or read book The SAGE Handbook of Special Education written by Lani Florian and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2013-12-18 with total page 1041 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Administrator s Handbook on Integrating America s Mildly Handicapped Students written by Ronda C. Talley and published by Council for Exceptional Children. This book was released on 1982 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The handbook discusses administrative strategies found successful in fostering the integration of mildly handicapped students in five states' school systems (California, Kansas, Massachusets, Minnesota, and Texas). In "Administrative Systems for Service Delivery," T. Oliver describes approaches to streamline referral to placement systems, help manage increased workloads (including the use of computers), and provide models for planning and resource allocation. G. Shellem ("Community Involvement") describes ways in which the schools can cooperate with community agencies and resources through interagency agreements and contractual arrangements. Strategies to strengthen "Communication" are considered by S. Raimondi, including internal school communications and use of the public media. R. Talley ("Personnel Utilization") presents examples of new or modified staff roles and describes team teaching strategies along with innovative ways to use paraprofessionals. The final topic, "Staff Development," by S. Elting covers planning for inservice, job embedded staff development, and job related staff development. (CL)
Download or read book Serving Students with Special Needs written by Tom E. C. Smith and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-06-26 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Serving Students with Special Needs provides administrators with essential knowledge about the requirements for special education services, as well as practical steps to ensure legal compliance and appropriate services for students with special needs. Each chapter includes basic information followed by specific suggestions or steps. This brief, easily applied, and highly practical guide covers: Instruction, including differentiated instruction and universal design for learning Assessment, including accommodations and modifications and response to intervention (RTI) Developing multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) Student progress monitoring and using large data sets to inform decision making Mediation, due process hearings, and litigation Systems management and positive behavioral intervention supports (PBIS) Scenarios are presented along with suggested responses and solutions. Serving Students with Special Needs has been specifically developed to provide administrators with practical suggestions to quickly and effectively implement appropriate special education practices.
Download or read book Charting the Course written by Azure D. S. Angelov and published by Council For Exceptional Children. This book was released on 2016-05-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the United States, increasing numbers of students are being educated in charter schools. Although the educators in these schools may think they are prepared to tackle any problem related to teaching and learning, personnel, financial management, and community relations, many charter schools are overwhelmed by the need for complying with federal rules and regulations while at the same time meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse population―most notably those students with disabilities. In Charting the Course, Addie Angelov and David Bateman provide readers with a background in essential aspects of delivering special education services in this unique educational setting. Developed in collaboration with prominent charter school organizations and with the support of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education.
Download or read book Administration of Special Education written by Bill Ray Gearheart and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
