Introduction to Intellectual Disabilities, An

For courses that teach about the Characteristics of Intellectual Disabilities.

Reflecting recent changes in the field of special education, the eighth edition of this best-selling text sports a new title. Long-recognized for its comprehensive approach to the subject, it gives readers the most current information available regarding the subject of intellectual disabilities from a life-cycle perspective.

The most relevant topics related to intellectual disabilities are discussed, including the relationship between theory and practice and the terminology used in the field related to the reality of the classroom, the world of work, and the life of the community. Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, including a new title, An Introduction to Intellectual Disabilities, Eighth Edition, now features a new chapter on Professionalism and Ethics, integrated information on technology, and more sound pedagogical features such as first person account boxes, technology boxes, and a reorganized table of contents.

Sommario

1. Historical Perspectives
2. Assessment of Intellectual Disabilities
3. Definition and Terminology
4. Individual Rights and Legal Issues
5. Psychosocial Aspects of Intellectual Disabilities
6. Biological Aspects and Promises of  Prevention
7. Family Considerations
8. Characteristics of Individuals with Mild Intellectual Disabilities
9. Characteristics of Individuals with Severe Intellectual Disabilities
10. Infancy and Early Childhood
11. School Years: Educational Programming
12. Adult Years: Life in the Community
13.  Professionalism and Ethics

 

Info autore

Mary Beirne-Smith is an associate professor of special education at The University of Alabama. Her previous experience includes general and special education classroom teaching and public school administration. Her reserach interests concern academic interventions for students with disabilities served in inclusive settings and collaboration between general and special education teachers. She earned her M.Ed. and Ed.D. from the University of Virginia.

 

Shannon Hill is Director of Education and Research at The Baddour Center, a residential and vocational service provider for adults with intellectual disabilities located in Senatobia, Mississippi.  In this role, she oversees psychological and behavioral services, staff development, research, and student placements.  Her research interests include the development of useful educational and psychological interventions, innovative methods of staff training, and family service needs.  She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Mississippi, and has served as adjunct professor of psychology, counselor education, and special education at the University of Memphis and the University of Mississippi.

Riassunto

A classic in the field of special education, this best-selling book gives readers the most current information on the market today about the many facets of intellectual disabilities from a life-cycle perspective. Featuring a new title change to reflect the field and a newly reorganized Table of Contents, it introduces readers to the litany of concepts related to intellectual disabilities: the basic concepts; biological, psychological, and sociological aspects; the characteristics; programming and issues across the lifespan, and other future issues. The most relevant topics are discussed in fine detail, including the relationship between theory and practice; the terminology used in the field related to the reality of the classroom, the world of work, and the life of the community; a new chapter on professionalism and ethics in special education; integrated information on technology and assistive technology; multiculturalism, diversity, and family values, and the law. Written especially for special educators, this fine volume will engage and benefit other professionals and anyone else interested in working with individuals who have intellectual disabilities.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Mary Beirne-Smith, Shannon Hill, James Patton, James R. Patton
• Editore: Pearson Academic
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 07.01.2022
• EAN: 9780138003265
• ISBN: 978-0-13-800326-5
• Pagine: 566
• Serie: Imprint unbekannt; Pearson; Pearson
• Categoria: Scienze umane, arte, musica > Pedagogia > Pedagogia sociale, assistenza sociale