Andrew M. Markelz

Written by experts in special education and child welfare, this book offers a clear, concise guide to special education policies, procedures, and considerations specifically aimed at child welfare workers, to enhance their decision-making and support for the children they serve.

Written by experts in special education and child welfare, this book offers a clear, concise guide to special education policies, procedures, and considerations specifically aimed at child welfare workers, to enhance their decision-making and support for the children they serve.

Special education law is reported by faculty and teachers as an intimidating topic that is often avoided in teacher preparation programs, leading to unprepared educators in the field. The Essentials of Special Education Law, Second Edition distills the legal complexities of special education into a practical resource for preparation programs and professionals alike. Written and organized with college students and practicing educators in mind, this supplemental text covers the government’s role in establishing and defining special education. A historical context is explored through seminal court cases and legislative initiatives. Each of the six gears of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are detailed, with key court cases and practical tips for legally compliant implementation. Additional essential legal topics are also examined such as discipline, confidentiality, and transition services. This indispensable book cuts through the complexity of law and is a clear and concise resource for understanding the essentials of special education law.

Special education law is reported by faculty and teachers as an intimidating topic that is often avoided in teacher preparation programs, leading to unprepared educators in the field. The Essentials of Special Education Law, Second Edition distills the legal complexities of special education into a practical resource for preparation programs and professionals alike. Written and organized with college students and practicing educators in mind, this supplemental text covers the government’s role in establishing and defining special education. A historical context is explored through seminal court cases and legislative initiatives. Each of the six gears of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are detailed, with key court cases and practical tips for legally compliant implementation. Additional essential legal topics are also examined such as discipline, confidentiality, and transition services. This indispensable book cuts through the complexity of law and is a clear and concise resource for understanding the essentials of special education law.

Successful special education teachers require heart and passion to provide services for students with disabilities. Effective special education teachers, however, also must know the science of evidence-based practices to meet the needs of and advocate for their students and families. Heart and Science: Teaching Special Education combines these narratives to demonstrate how the heart and science of teaching special education unite. Through poetry, personal stories, and expert instruction, the many roles of a special education teacher are uniquely presented and celebrated. This book inspires and educates!

Researchers in special education have been developing a knowledge base of evidence-based practices that improves the outcomes of students with disabilities. Unfortunately, filtering that knowledge into classrooms implemented by special education teachers has been a challenge. The Essentials of Special Education Research directly addresses the persistent research-to-practice gap by systematically presenting the essential components of research that every special education teacher must know. This accessible text is written with undergraduates in mind, however, is applicable to graduate level studies or inservice teachers regardless of years of experience. Each chapter in The Essentials of Special Education Research is structured to answer common questions about special education research and how teachers can find, read, and implement best practices to positively affect their students’ outcomes and become scientific practitioners. By the end of this book, readers will be able to answer questions such as:How has research impacted the field of special education? Where do I access research articles? How do I read research articles? Why do researchers conduct single-case design studies? What are the critical components of group design research? What is mixed-methods design research? How can I use research to address literacy instruction issues? Where can I find additional resources about literature review research?

Researchers in special education have been developing a knowledge base of evidence-based practices that improves the outcomes of students with disabilities. Unfortunately, filtering that knowledge into classrooms implemented by special education teachers has been a challenge. The Essentials of Special Education Research directly addresses the persistent research-to-practice gap by systematically presenting the essential components of research that every special education teacher must know. This accessible text is written with undergraduates in mind, however, is applicable to graduate level studies or inservice teachers regardless of years of experience. Each chapter in The Essentials of Special Education Research is structured to answer common questions about special education research and how teachers can find, read, and implement best practices to positively affect their students’ outcomes and become scientific practitioners. By the end of this book, readers will be able to answer questions such as:How has research impacted the field of special education? Where do I access research articles? How do I read research articles? Why do researchers conduct single-case design studies? What are the critical components of group design research? What is mixed-methods design research? How can I use research to address literacy instruction issues? Where can I find additional resources about literature review research?

The Essentials of Education Advocacy: A Guide for Special Education Teachers is a valuable contribution to the field of special education and the professional development of special education teachers. This accessible text is written with undergraduates in mind, however, is applicable to graduate level studies or inservice teachers regardless of years of experience. The Essentials of Education Advocacy breaks down the importance of advocacy in the progression of special education services and identifies five rings of advocacy that teachers can use to influence change.

The Essentials of Education Advocacy: A Guide for Special Education Teachers is a valuable contribution to the field of special education and the professional development of special education teachers. This accessible text is written with undergraduates in mind, however, is applicable to graduate level studies or inservice teachers regardless of years of experience. The Essentials of Education Advocacy breaks down the importance of advocacy in the progression of special education services and identifies five rings of advocacy that teachers can use to influence change.

The Essentials of Special Education Law is a valuable contribution to special education teacher preparation programs and professionals in the field. Written with undergraduates in mind, this accessible book is an ideal textbook supplement to any university course needing a greater emphasis on special education law. For professionals in the field, The Essentials of Special Education Law, can serve as a go-to-guide for quick reference to the historical underpinnings of special education, the six pillars of IDEA, essential court cases that have propelled the field of special education to where it is today, practical application tips to ensure legal compliance, and additional resources for further consideration. Special education law is often reported by university faculty and professionals in the field as an overlooked topic, despite its fundamental importance. Each chapter in The Essentials of Special Education Law is presented in a structured format to answer essential questions about special education law. By the end of this book, readers will be able to answer questions such as: How do the three branches of government influence special education? What key court cases propelled special education? What is the progression of federal involvement in the education of students with disabilities? What is a nondiscriminatory evaluation? How do you ensure a free and appropriate education? How do you develop a legally compliant individualized education plan? What is meant by the least restrictive environment? The first section of The Essentials of Special Education covers the role of government in establishing and defining special education. Seminal court cases and legislative initiatives that have shaped the field of special education are explored to provide historical context for understanding special education today. The second section examines each of the six pillars of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act. Key court cases that have influenced each pillar are presented along with practical tips for legally compliant implementation. The third section covers important topics such as discipline, confidentiality, and transition services. Key terminology are highlighted after each chapter along with additional questions to foster in-depth classroom discussions. The Essentials of Special Education Law is a must-have book for those who understand the significance of special education law yet feel overwhelmed by the jargon and ever-changing nature of the law. The Essentials of Special Education Law cuts through the complexity of legislation and is a clear and concise resource for understanding the essentials of special education law.

The Essentials of Special Education Law is a valuable contribution to special education teacher preparation programs and professionals in the field. Written with undergraduates in mind, this accessible book is an ideal textbook supplement to any university course needing a greater emphasis on special education law. For professionals in the field, The Essentials of Special Education Law, can serve as a go-to-guide for quick reference to the historical underpinnings of special education, the six pillars of IDEA, essential court cases that have propelled the field of special education to where it is today, practical application tips to ensure legal compliance, and additional resources for further consideration. Special education law is often reported by university faculty and professionals in the field as an overlooked topic, despite its fundamental importance. Each chapter in The Essentials of Special Education Law is presented in a structured format to answer essential questions about special education law. By the end of this book, readers will be able to answer questions such as: How do the three branches of government influence special education? What key court cases propelled special education? What is the progression of federal involvement in the education of students with disabilities? What is a nondiscriminatory evaluation? How do you ensure a free and appropriate education? How do you develop a legally compliant individualized education plan? What is meant by the least restrictive environment? The first section of The Essentials of Special Education covers the role of government in establishing and defining special education. Seminal court cases and legislative initiatives that have shaped the field of special education are explored to provide historical context for understanding special education today. The second section examines each of the six pillars of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act. Key court cases that have influenced each pillar are presented along with practical tips for legally compliant implementation. The third section covers important topics such as discipline, confidentiality, and transition services. Key terminology are highlighted after each chapter along with additional questions to foster in-depth classroom discussions. The Essentials of Special Education Law is a must-have book for those who understand the significance of special education law yet feel overwhelmed by the jargon and ever-changing nature of the law. The Essentials of Special Education Law cuts through the complexity of legislation and is a clear and concise resource for understanding the essentials of special education law.