In this comprehensive survey, 12 internationally respected contributors look at the latest developments in the assessment of special needs across five continents. While taking account of the diversity between countries, they also consider universal themes. In particular, they look at the role assessment can play in guiding and supporting more general strategies of prevention and integration, and the vital importance of considering the learning environment as well as the individual in assessing special needs. Contributors ...
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In this comprehensive survey, 12 internationally respected contributors look at the latest developments in the assessment of special needs across five continents. While taking account of the diversity between countries, they also consider universal themes. In particular, they look at the role assessment can play in guiding and supporting more general strategies of prevention and integration, and the vital importance of considering the learning environment as well as the individual in assessing special needs. Contributors include: "Alec Webster" , Educational Psychology Service, Avon LEA; "Sudha Kaul" , Spastics Society of Eastern India, Calcutta; "Lillian Mariga", National Co-ordinator for Zimcare Trust, Harare, Zimbabwe; "Marie Clay", University of Auckland; "Miles Halliwell" and "Tom Williams", Surrey LEA; "Richard Freeze" and "Winston Rampaul", University of Manitoba, Canada; "Randall Cranston", Unversity of British Columbia and "Judith King" , Department Head for Special Education, Burnaby School District, British Columbia, Canada; "Tony Cline", Department of Psychology, University College of London; and, "Victoria Graf", Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With usual stamps and markings, In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0415078806.