Written by one of the best-known and most-respected leaders of special education policy, this book examines the past, present, and potential futures of special education in the United States. The core of its method is a description of four engines of change that drive policy-making: legislation, court decisions, administrative rule-making (or regulations), and professional initiatives. The author begins with an overview of special education and the importance of decision-making, with regards to special education. Next, he ...
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Written by one of the best-known and most-respected leaders of special education policy, this book examines the past, present, and potential futures of special education in the United States. The core of its method is a description of four engines of change that drive policy-making: legislation, court decisions, administrative rule-making (or regulations), and professional initiatives. The author begins with an overview of special education and the importance of decision-making, with regards to special education. Next, he provides a more in depth look at the special education support system, with reference to the four engines of change. He then, discusses gifted students and outside forces, and concludes with a chapter about the future for special education and social policy. Five students with different disabilities are highlighted throughout the book to illustrate specific legal issues and service delivery models.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. With usual stamps and markings, In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9781557667038.