Exceptional children and youth : an introduction to special education (3rd ed)

Unlike other texts which often take a remote and clinical approach to children with special needs, Exceptional Children and Youth discusses the research and teaching practice in a positive, informal voice and emphasises the effects of these children's condition on individuals and their families.

The authors instil in teachers respect and empathy for those with disabilities, thereby encouraging further development of the student's potential.

While retaining its hallmark qualities this new third edition includes new content and applications that add to the already successful formula. - New chapter on 'Looking into Classrooms and Support Settings' - A chapter on 'Children with Autism' reflects the importance of this subject today - The expanded technology content focuses on how teachers can use assistive and instructional technologies A comprehensive teaching package is also available to accompany the text including access to the Houghton Mifflin Teacher Education web site.