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Book SynopsisSpencer Salend. A former teacher in the New York City School System, Spencer Salend is a professor at SUNY-New Paltz. Widely known for his work in translating research into practice, he has published and presented on such topics as inclusive educational practices, educational assessment, and students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. In recognition of the significance of his research and work with schools and its benefits to others, he was selected as a recipient of the State University of New York's Faculty Scholar Award and the Chancellor's Research Recognition Award. He has also served as a project director and program evaluator for numerous federal and state projects and has shared his work by engaging in a variety of professional development activities. He serves as an expert consultant helping the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) develop and implement a rigorous and comprehensive performance-based teacher evaluation system an
Table of Contents
PART I Understanding the Foundations and Fundamentals of Inclusion 1
Chapter 1 Understanding Inclusion 2
Chapter 2 Understanding the Special -Education Process 34
Chapter 3 Understanding the Educational Strengths and Challenges of Students with Disabilities 72
Chapter 4 Understanding the Educational Strengths and Challenges of Students from Diverse Backgrounds 116
PART II Creating an Inclusive Environment That Supports Learning for All Students 151
Chapter 5 Creating Collaborative Relationships and Fostering Communication 152
Chapter 6 Fostering Transitions, Self-Determination, Acceptance, and Friendships 188
Chapter 7 Creating a Classroom Environment That Promotes Positive Behavior 234
PART III Differentiating Instruction for All Students 279
Chapter 8 Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners 280
Chapter 9 Differentiating Large- and Small-Group Instruction 330
Chapter 10 Differentiating Reading, Writing, and Spelling Instruction 368
Chapter 11 Differentiating Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Instruction 410
PART IV Evaluating Student and Programmatic Progress 451
Chapter 12 Evaluating Student Progress and the Effectiveness of Your Inclusion Program 452
Glossary 509
References 521
