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Insights on inclusion from acclaimed authorsThe Best of Corwin series showcases key chapters from critically acclaimed Corwin publications for a powerful compilation of perspectives on important education issues and topics. The Best of Corwin: Inclusive Practices features a variety of stellar authors who advocate for students with special needs as integral learners who deserve a high-quality education with their peers. This compilation offers proven inclusion strategies and seamlessly translates research into pragmatic classroom applications for general and special educators. Essential topics include:Strategies for creating standards-based IEPsProven teaching practices for reaching all learnersTools for effective co-teachingIdeas for curriculum and assessment accommodations Ways to build successful home-school partnershipsThe authors provide strategies that span primary and secondary grades and apply across the disciplines to capitalize upon the strengths of teachers, leaders, students, and families. Inclusion is more than a possibility when professionals possess the knowledge, skills, positive attitudes, and professional resources to help all learners achieve success. Preface – Toby J. Karten Introduction – Toby J. Karten About the Editor About the Contributors 1. Examining the Research Base and Legal Considerations in Special Education – Toby J. Karten 2. CIVICS: An Agenda for Our Schools – Mara Sapon-Shevin 3. A Decision-Making Process for Creating IEPs That Lead to Curriculum Access – Victor Nolet and Margaret J. McLaughlin 4. The Locks on the Doors to Learning – M. C. Gore 5. How Teachers Teach: Good Practices for All – Toby J. Karten 6. What Is Co-Teaching? – Richard A. Villa, Jacqueline S. Thousand, and Ann I. Nevin 7. Teaching Core Curriculum to Students With Moderate to Severe Intellectual Disabilities – June E. Downing 8. Determining and Implementing Valid and Appropriate Testing Accommodations – Spencer J. Salend 9. Effective Home-School Partnerships – Bob Algozzine, Ann P. Daunic, and Stephen W. Smith References
