Book description
How to raise the achievement of all kids, from gifted to those
with severe disabilities
This book presents lessons learned from in-depth case studies of some
of our most effective inclusive public schools. The authors
conclusively demonstrate that schools can educate students with mild
and severe disabilities in general education classrooms by providing
special education services that link to and bolster general education
instruction. This goes beyond complying with Special Education law;
having a truly inclusive environment raises the achievement level for
all students and results in more committed and satisfied teachers.
Insights shared from teachers, school leaders, parents, and the
students themselves provide a path forward for anyone striving to
Improve special education services. The authors reveal what these
exemplary schools do that makes them so successful, and provide advice
for readers who want to incorporate these practices themselves.
- Hehir, former U. S. Office of Special Education (OSEP) Director,
is a leading name in Special Education
- Highlights the important relationships between administrators,
teachers, and parents to foster maximum collaboration between
general and special education
- Includes information on committing to Universal Design for
Learning (UDL) and Positive Behavior Supports
This vital resource zeroes in on what excellent public schools do
differently to ensure all students succeed.
Thomas Hehir, Ed. D., professor of Practice at
Harvard's Graduate School of Education, is a leading scholar and
advocate for children withdisabilities. He served as director of the
U. S. Department of Education'sOffice of Special Education Programs
under President Clinton from 1993-1999.
Lauren I. Katzman, Ed. D., is executive director of Special
Education for the New York City Department of Education. Previously,
she served as associate professor of Special Education at Boston
University and as a special educator in New York, New Jersey, and
Missouri.
