Negotiating The Special Education Maze: A Guide for Parents and Teachers
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (945 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1890627461 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 275 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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Elaine Butler said At last a up-to-date, clear and concise guide for both parents and teachers. I work for a nonprofit agency whose mission is to provide information and referral services to families and professionals raising children with disabilities. I read a lot of books about special education and the laws, regulations and procedures that parents and teachers must follow to make sure the
In this fourth edition, educators Anderson, Stephen Chitwood, and Deidre Hayden continue in these traditions and provide valuable updates to the many recent changes in educational law, including the reauthorized Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act in 2004. *Verdict: This classic's hallmarks remain: a thorough comprehensible explanation of the educational and legal processes involved; listings of concise and manageable steps; and a myriad of useful definitions and references have been its hallmarks. Of particular interest in this edition will be the information that promotes understanding of the many issues relating to the transitioning process from public school to adult living, including self-advocacy. Those features as well as new information mean it shouldn t be passed o
Stephen R. Deidre Hayden coordinates a special project promoting the inclusion of children and youth with disabilities in after-school programs; she has served as Executive Director of PEATC and Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center in Northern California. Chitwood is Professor Emeritus of The George Washington University, the parent of a child with spe
Self-advocacy 4. Key topics include: Eligibility for services Understanding the IEP process How to write effective goals Tips on participating in IEP meetings Making sure IEPs are carried out and effective The new fourth edition provides expanded information on: Transitioning from high school to adult life 1. This guide is one of the best tools available for understanding how to navigate the special education maze!. Employment 2. For more than 25 years, this classic guide has taken parents, guardians, educational ad