Case Studies in Special Education and Additional Learning Needs

Case Studies in Special Education and Additional Learning Needs is a practitioner- and learner-friendly book containing 44 case studies on the foundational/introductory topics of special education and additional learning needs from a variety of perspectives and voices. Topics in this book include students and their families beginning in early childhood through 12th grade settings with various disabilities and learning needs, as well as foundational and key concepts in special education. The case studies reflect real-life practices in special education as well as potential obstacles educators might face in their roles as classroom teachers and special education teachers. Part I of the book addresses the various disability categories in the U.S. under IDEA and/or Section 504 (e.g., learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD) and additional learning needs (e.g., impact of trauma, language and cultural differences, assistive technology, and gifted/talented) present in today's schools. Part II of the book exhibits case studies depicting various processes and procedures related to core special education topics involving early intervention, collaboration, law, IEPs, students' and parents' rights, obtaining special education services, and the importance of accountability and documentation in the special education process. It is an all-important resource for undergraduate and graduate pre-service special education and general education students, university and college professors who are seeking high quality case studies to enhance their instruction, and PK-12 staff and administrators wanting to improve their practice.