{"product_id":"breaking-down-the-barriers-9781475800852","title":"Breaking Down the Barriers","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBreaking Down the Barriers is the story of supervision and intervention in the public schools system. This text gives both theory and theory in action.  It allows the practitioner to peruse the research that the practical applications are based upon, and follow the suggestions that are offered for the successful implementation of evidenced-based practice. Bulleted summaries at the end of the chapter highlight key elements of the practice, and the theory it is based upon.  Specific case studies are given at the end of each chapter to generalize realistic situations, based upon the research, into a problem-solving format for the reader.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKevin Gorman's Breaking Down the Barriers is a must read for both emerging and veteran leaders in special education.  His clear, comprehensive playbook for special education highlights critical topics and skillfully offers a user-friendly theoretical and practical approach to identifying and servicing our students. -- Jason Fine, Principal, Barrington Elementary School, Upper Arlington, Ohio\u003cbr\u003eDr. Gorman’s book covers the salient details of the intricate processes and procedures surrounding meeting the needs of all students while addressing key factors to successful administration in today’s public schools. Writing from extensive experience, he succinctly gets to the heart of current issues critical to successful administration. -- Shawn Strohl, Special Education Coordinator, Upper Arlington City Schools, Ohio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword  Preface  Introduction  Chapter one: Intervention  Chapter two: The Laws  Chapter three: Autism  Chapter four: Gifted and Talented  Chapter five: The Twice Exceptional Child  Chapter six: English as a Second Language  Chapter seven: Dyslexia\t  Chapter eight: Developmental Delays  Chapter nine: Emotional Disturbance  Chapter ten: Transition  Chapter eleven: Assistive Technology  Chapter twelve: Communication  Chapter thirteen: Leadership  Chapter fourteen: Epilogue","brand":"Rowman \u0026 Littlefield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51040132038999,"sku":"9781475800852","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781475800852.jpg?v=1750945836","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/breaking-down-the-barriers-9781475800852","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}