Special Ed for the Gen Ed (4th Edition)

Did you know? In the 2022–23 school year, 7.5 million students ages 3–21 received special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)—that’s 15% of all public school students.

Yet many educators enter the classroom without clear guidance on how to support students with disabilities. They’re expected to adjust instruction, contribute to IEP meetings, interpret evaluation data, and understand how a student’s disability impacts learning and teaching—all while managing a full classroom.

That’s where Special Ed for the Gen Ed comes in.

Whether you're new to the classroom or a seasoned educator, this practical, easy-to-use guide is designed to give you real answers to real questions, including:

• How did the special education movement start?
• What roles do RTI and MTSS play in early intervention?
• What steps are involved in referring a student for special education?
• How does a child qualify for an IEP?
• What do the different assessments actually measure?
• How does the IEP affect instruction and grading in general education?
• What should I know before attending an IEP meeting?
• What do the 13 disability categories mean for learning?

...and so much more.

This newly updated 4th edition adds more than 100 extra pages of information that is relevant and useful into today's learning environments. The publication includes ready-to-use classroom resources along with strategies and techniques grounded in the latest educational research. Special Ed for the Gen Ed remains your go-to guide for clarifying your role, building confidence, and effectively supporting every learner in your classroom.

Empower yourself.

Empower your students.

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