A Teacher's Guide to Special Education, June/2016

Author David F. Bateman and coauthor Jenifer L. Cline clearly define 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.

Learn authors’ insights on

• Pre-referral, referral, and evaluation processes
• Individualized education programs (IEPs) and the parties involved
• Other students who require accommodations, including those covered by Section 504
• Transition from preK to K–12 and from high school to postschool life
• Classroom management and student behavior
• Service delivery options
• Assessment, grades, graduation, and diplomas

Includes practical examples, action steps, and appendixes covering key terms and definitions that will provide the foundation you need to successfully instruct and support students with disabilities.