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Record Nr.

UNINA9910480865003321

Autore

Karten Toby J

Titolo

Embracing disabilities in the classroom [[electronic resource] ] : strategies to maximize students' assets / / Toby J. Karten

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Thousand Oaks, CA, : Corwin Press, c2008

ISBN

1-4522-6117-2

1-4522-1473-5

1-4416-5389-9

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (297 p.)

Disciplina

371.91

Soggetti

Children with disabilities - Education - United States

Inclusive education - United States

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Sommario/riassunto

Foster positive experiences by differentiating not only instruction but attitudes too!  This practical resource illustrates how educators can effectively promote sensitive, inclusive practices that maximize success for students with disabilities. Karten demonstrates the impact of literature, self-advocacy, role playing, and behavioral, academic, and social interventions on students' growth. The numerous tables, rubrics, instructional guidelines, charts, and content-rich interdisciplinary lessons help readers:     Determine effective strategies for differentiating instruction for specific disa