Pathways to Teaching Series: Practical Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom by Judy W. Wood

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Focusing on quality classroom instruction, Practical Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom presents pre-service teachers, alternate route candidates, and in-service teachers with highly practical research-based practices to promote inclusion in the classroom. With this first book in the Pathways to Teaching Series you will learn to successfully promote learning for all students through a unique two-tiered research-based process that includes:

  • A problem-solving approach to identify if a problem exists or could exist, what hypothesis should be made, and why the problem is occurring.
  • A framework for selecting and employing research-based strategies/interventions for the identified problem.

This text also provides universal interventions that can be used on an on-going basis in your classroom and across all ability and grade levels. 

 

Designed for those looking for a brief Inclusion text and alternative teacher certification programs

  • Presents 2-tiered research-based process:
    • Tier 1 Provides a problem solving approach for identifying if a problem exist or could exist; what hyposthesis should be made; and why the problem is occurring
    • Tier 2 Provides a framework for selecting and employing research-based strategies/interventions for the identified problem
  • SAALE Model - introduced in ch. 3 - a problem solving appraoch for identifying student problems so appropriate interventions may be selected and implemented
  • Ch. 1 - big picture of inclusion and critical terms
  • Ch. 2 - presents the "process" of inclusion, collaboration, and co-teaching
  • Chapters 4-9 provide extensive information on interventions to be used in instructional planning and implementation in inclusive settings.
  • INTASC Matrix is included in the text's inside cover

 

Chapter Framework:

  • Chapter at a Glance - help reader see complete structure of the chapter and how all sections of the chapter are connected
  • Learner Objectives - explain what each learner will accomplish upon completion of the chapter
  • Vignettes - help readers connect meaningfully with chapter content
  • Summary - helps readers reflect on information covered
  • Resources and Suggested Readings - list of resources and suggested readings that the reader may find helpful for further exploration

 

Each Chapter includes:

  • Information on diversity, technology, classroom collaboration, and standards-based education
  • Teacher Resources including websites and resources are provided at the end of each chapter

CHAPTER 1:  Setting the Stage:  The Big Pictures

 THE CURRICULUM MAZE

    Two Magic Words

    Expanding the Process

ESTABLISHING A COMMON VOCABULARY

CHAPTER 2:  The Process:  Collaboration and Co-Teaching

 LEGISLATION AT WORK

    Section 504

    The Education for all Handicapped Children

    IDEA and NCLB

EDUCATORS AND EXPANDING ROLES

EFFECTIVE COLLABORATION

    Effective Collaboration Tips for Special Educators, General Educators, and Administrators

CO-TEACHING

CHAPTER 3:  Systematic Assessment for Inclusion:  The SAALE Model 

WHAT RESEARCH HAS TO SAY

LOGICAL CONNECTIONS:  PUTTING WHAT YOU KNOW INTO THE SAALE MODEL

    Where the SAALE Model Fits into the School Day

THE INTERVENTION/TRANSITION CHECKLIST

SAALE PROCESS AND UPCOMING CHAPTERS

 CHAPTER 4:  Adapting the Learning Environment

 SOCIOEMOTIONAL ADAPTATIONS FOR THE CLASSROOM

TEACHER ATTITUDES

    The Special Education Teacher's Role in Preparing the General Education Teacher

    Communication

STUDENT ATTITUDES AND SELF-ESTEEM

    Preparing for Inclusion

ADAPTING THE BEHAVORIAL ENVIRONMENT

    The Teacher Sets the Tone

    Providing Class Structure

    Managing Students

ADAPTING THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

    Grouping for Instruction

    Classroom Design

CHAPTER 5:  Adapting Lesson Plans

 THE PROCESS OF LESSON PLANNING AND STANDARDS

    Standards

    Collaboration in Lesson Planning

    Components of a Lesson Plan

LESSON PLANNING AND THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES

INTEGRATION OF BEST PRACTICE INTO LESSONS

DEVELOPING A STANDARDS-BASED LESSON PLAN

CHAPTER 6:  Adapting Teaching Techniques

HOW STUDENTS LEARN

    Learning and Cognitive Styles

    Conditions Affecting Learning Styles

ADAPTING TEACHING TECHNIQUES

    Teaching Modes

CHAPTER 7:  Adapting the Format of Content

ORGANIZING CONTENT

    Directions

    Worksheet Modifications

    The Note-Taking Process

    Study Guides

    General Study Tips for Secondary Students

ADAPTING THE PRESENTATION OF CONTENT

ADAPTING ASSIGNMENTS

    Tips for Assignments

    Assignment Assumptions

    Types of Assignments

CHAPTER 8:  Adapting Assessment, Evaulation and Grading

STANDARDS

    Assessment and Laws

TESTING TYPES

    Standards and High Stakes State Tests

    Major District Standardized Tests

    Classroom-Embedded Assessment

GRADING STUDENTS IN INCLUSIVE SETTINGS

GRADING AND ASSESSMENT

    Alternative Methods of Grading

    Marking or Grading Tests

    Providing Feedback to Students and Parents

References

Glossary

Index

 

 

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