Description
Book SynopsisA unique cross-disciplinary critique of the foundations of Special Education.
- Covers legal, conceptual, medical, pharmacological, neuropsychological, social, behavioural, cognitive, psychotherapeutic, psycholinguistic, technological and pedagogical foundations
- Provides examples of how each foundation provides insights or practical contributions to special education generally, and to specific disabilities and disorders in particular
- Delivers information across all major types of disorder/disability in a single volume, creating a must-have reference for anyone involved in special education training, research or teaching
Table of ContentsPreface.
Acknowledgements.
The Author.
1 Components of Special Education.
2 Legal/ Typological.
3 Terminological.
4 Social.
5 Medical.
6 Neuropsychological.
7 Psychotherapeutic.
8 Behavioural/Observational.
9 Developmental.
10 Psycholinguistic.
11 Technological.
12 Pedagogical.
13 Conclusion.
Bibliography.
Index.
