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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Corwin Press
ISBN-10
1412969042
ISBN-13
9781412969048
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72422386
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
160 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Poverty Is Not a Learning Disability : Equalizing Opportunities for Low Ses Students
Publication Year
2009
Subject
Special Education / Behavioral, Emotional & Social Disabilities, Administration / General, Children's Studies, Educational Policy & Reform / Federal Legislation, General, Early Childhood (Incl. Preschool & Kindergarten)
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Social Science, Education
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
12 Oz
Item Length
9.9 in
Item Width
6.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2009-011180
Reviews
This book is more than well-researched theory. This is a lifelong study in practical experience that proves once again that the value of building relationships within a community is vital to success., This book is the perfect guide for those administrators and teachers who are truly interested in equalizing educational opportunities at all levels., An excellent book. It embodies a powerful message that can help a well-rounded audience. It covers all the steps from transforming individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities., An excellent book. This book embodies a powerful message that covers all the necessary steps to help transform individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities., "This book is more than well-researched theory. This is a lifelong study in practical experience that proves once again that the value of building relationships within a community is vital to success." -- Daren Berringer, Political Consultant "An excellent book. This book embodies a powerful message that covers all the necessary steps to help transform individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities." -- Belinda J. Raines, Principal "The issues with special education are rarely addressed because many educators themselves do not feel qualified to tackle the concerns. This book allows the reader to see that there is a need to reform special education and to give a hard look at what we are doing and to begin making a change not only for special education, but for all students, so that as educators we lead them on the road to success." -- Elizabeth Alvarez, Assistant Principal "This book is the perfect guide for those administrators and teachers who are truly interested in equalizing educational opportunities at all levels." -- Rebecca S. Compton, Professor of Elementary Education, An excellent book. This book embodies a powerful message that covers all the necessary steps to help transform individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities.|9781412969048|, The issues with special education are rarely addressed because many educators themselves do not feel qualified to tackle the concerns. This book allows the reader to see that there is a need to reform special education and to give a hard look at what we are doing and to begin making a change not only for special education, but for all students, so that as educators we lead them on the road to success., An excellent book. This book embodies a powerful message that covers all the necessary steps to help transform individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities.'e�|9781412969048|, An excellent book. This book embodies a powerful message that covers all the necessary steps to help transform individual mind-sets regarding poverty and learning disabilities.e|9781412969048|
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
372.18/26942
Table Of Content
Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors Introduction 1. The Changing Realities of America's Public Education: Foundational Facts and Implications Diversity Poverty School Readiness Lack of Parent Involvement Deficit Perceptions Special Education and NCLB Summary 2. The Unfortunate Link Between Low Socioeconomic Status and Learning Disabilities Understanding Learning Disabilities Poverty Is Not a Learning Disability Educators' Lack of Understanding of Poverty Teachers' Role in Learning Disability Referrals The Cost of Misidentifying Children as Learning Disabled Summary 3. Teaching Strategies and Techniques Proven to Work With Low SES Children Four Teaching Strategies That Work Creating a Positive Climate for Instruction Summary 4. The Importance of Strong School-Home Relationships in Educating Low SES Children The Importance of Parent Involvement The Importance of Home-Based Involvement The Importance of School Climate Meeting the Challenges Presented by Low SES Neighborhoods Embracing Cultural Diversity Summary 5. How Strong School-Business Relationships Can Benefit Low SES Students Creating a Partnership With Structure and Reciprocity Looking Beyond Dollars in School-Business Partnerships Recognizing the Partnership Value of Small Local Businesses Summary 6. The Role Networking Can Play in the Effective Education of Low SES Students Networking With Central Offices Networking Beyond the School District Summary 7. Managing Change Successfully Why People Resist Change Strategies to Reduce Resistance to Change and Promote Successful Implementations Summary 8. Selecting the Right People Identifying the Characteristics and Qualifications You're Looking For Assessing Your Faculty and Staff's Strengths and Weaknesses to Clarify Your Needs Communicating Your Needs and Interests to Human Resources Structuring the Interview Process Managing the Interview and Selection Process Summary 9. Identifying the Core and Individual Competencies That Promote the Most Successful Learning Environment What We Mean by Competencies Identifying Core School and Individual Competencies That Promote Student Success Summary 10. Identifying Expectations and Managing Performance Some Basic Assumptions Communicating Your Expectations Managing Performance Around Your Expectations Providing Constructive Feedback Summary 11. A Proven Approach to Improving Educational Opportunities for Low SES Children Professional Climate Behavioral Climate Community Climate Instructional Practices Summary 12. Summary and Conclusions Being the Leader in Your School Making the Most of an "Ambiguous" Situation References
Synopsis
Proven strategies for increasing the academic performance of students with low school-readiness skills Children of low socioeconomic status often enter school with low school-readiness skills, leading them to be misid, "This book is the perfect guide for those administrators and teachers who are truly interested in equalizing educational opportunities at all levels." -Rebecca S. Compton, Professor of Elementary Education East Central University Proven strategies for increasing the academic performance of students with low school-readiness skills! Children of low socioeconomic status often enter school with low school-readiness skills, leading them to be misidentified as learning disabled. Educators in Grades K-12 can allocate resources for special education services more effectively and meet the needs of low SES students by preventing students from being placed in the wrong program and by providing readiness supports. Offering an in-depth look at schools that have realized effective results in remarkable time frames, the authors challenge educators and parents to consider how low expectations can affect student achievement-and emphasize optimism as a necessary tenet of schools' day-to-day teaching/learning programs and school-community relationships. This resource provides: Training resources for teaching low SES students Assessment tools for identifying learning needs Strategies for building relationships of trust and collaboration throughout the school community Data charts that illustrate the increase in student achievement from schoolwide initiatives A bibliography and glossary of pertinent research and terminology With these strategies and tools, schools can meet the developmental and environmental needs of their most vulnerable students and watch student achievement and confidence soar!, "This book is the perfect guide for those administrators and teachers who are truly interested in equalizing educational opportunities at all levels." --Rebecca S. Compton, Professor of Elementary EducationEast Central University Proven strategies for increasing the academic performance of students with low school-readiness skills! Children of low socioeconomic status often enter school with low school-readiness skills, leading them to be misidentified as learning disabled. Educators in Grades K-12 can allocate resources for special education services more effectively and meet the needs of low SES students by preventing students from being placed in the wrong program and by providing readiness supports. Offering an in-depth look at schools that have realized effective results in remarkable time frames, the authors challenge educators and parents to consider how low expectations can affect student achievement--and emphasize optimism as a necessary tenet of schools day-to-day teaching/learning programs and school-community relationships. This resource provides: Training resources for teaching low SES students Assessment tools for identifying learning needs Strategies for building relationships of trust and collaboration throughout the school community Data charts that illustrate the increase in student achievement from schoolwide initiatives A bibliography and glossary of pertinent research and terminology With these strategies and tools, schools can meet the developmental and environmental needs of their most vulnerable students and watch student achievement and confidence soar!, Proven strategies for increasing the academic performance of students with low school-readiness skills! Children of low socioeconomic status often enter school with low school-readiness skills, leading them to be misid
LC Classification Number
LC4069.3.H69 2009
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