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  • Power and Partnership in Education

    Parents, Children and Special Educational Needs

    by Derrick Armstrong ...
    Recent legislation - the 1981 and 1993 Education Acts - have emphasized the need for parents to work as partners with professionals in the assessment of children's special educational needs. This book explores that notion of partnership and subjects it to critical scrutiny. It describes the assessment process from both the parental and professional standpoints, looking in particular at the parent ... Read more

    $91.99 USD

  • Inclusive Education

    International Policy & Practice

    by Derrick Armstrong, Ilektra Spandagou, Ann Cheryl Armstrong ...
    What does inclusion really mean and what impact have inclusive approaches to education had on practice?Bringing together issues of theory, research, policy and practice from both the countries of the South and the North, this ground-breaking book provides a critical discussion of recent developments in the field of inclusive education.The authors consider developments, both in current thinking ... Read more

    $79.19 USD

  • Inclusive Education

    Policy, Contexts and Comparative Perspectives

    by Derrick Armstrong, Len Barton, Felicity Armstrong ...
    First published in 2000. This book looks at 'inclusive' education in the context of policy and practice in a number of different countries, particularly in relation to children and young people of school age. At the heart of the idea of inclusive education lie serious issues concerning 'human rights', 'equal opportunities' and 'social justice'. The papers in this book will, hopefully, contribute ... Read more

    $63.99 USD

  • The Assessment of Special Educational Needs

    Whose Problem?

    by Derrick Armstrong, Sally Tomlinson, David M. Galloway ...
    Series series Effective Teacher, The
    The debate about special needs provision has increased dramatically over the last 15 years, however, despite the widespread concern over both learning and behavioural difficulties, there have been few attempts to analyse in detail the process of assessment by which children are being identified as having special educational needs. Drawing upon research carried out by the authors, this book fills ... Read more

    $68.99 USD

  • Experiences of Special Education

    Re-evaluating Policy and Practice through Life Stories

    by Derrick Armstrong ...
    Discussion about educational provision for children with learning difficulties has largely ignored the voices of those for whom that provision is intended. Experiences of Special Education argues that these 'insider perspectives' are of central importance for a fuller understanding of special educational needs policy.Bringing a unique focus to the subject of special needs education, Derrick ... Read more

    $68.99 USD

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  • Improving Schools, Developing Inclusion

    by Mel Ainscow, Tony Booth, Alan Dyson ...
    Series series Improving Learning
    While many books explore the possibilities for developing inclusive practices in schools, and ‘inclusion’ is widely regarded as a desirable goal, much of the literature on the subject has been narrowly concerned with the inclusion of pupils with special educational needs. This book however, takes the view that marginalisation, exclusion and underachievement take many forms and affect many ... Read more

    $66.99 USD

  • Working with Children, Young People and Families

    Edited by Graham Brotherton, Helen Davies, Gillian McGillivray ...
    Written from a unique interprofessional perspective, this book is an essential introduction to working with children, young people and families. It covers policy, practice and theory, exploring key themes and developments, including:- poverty and disadvantage- ethical practice- child development- education- child protection- children and young people′s rights- doing research.The book introduces ... Read more

    $70.19 USD

  • Themes and Debates in Early Childhood

    Edited by Alison Street, Mary Wild ...
    Series series Early Childhood Studies Series
    Early Childhood is a complex and diverse field. This text is designed to help students understand and engage with current themes in early childhood, supporting the development of critical thinking skills. Key themes such as children′s voice, child wellbeing, identities and professional relationships are presented and opened up for the reader through essential theory and selected extracts. Thought ... Read more

    $54.89 USD

  • Inclusion and Behaviour Management in Schools

    Issues and Challenges

    Edited by Janice Wearmouth, Ted Glynn, Robin C. Richmond, Mere Berryman ...
    Providng an overview of the issues crucial to understanding inclusion and behavior management in schools, this book discusses:Policy at national, local authority and school level; Inclusive practices in mainstream settings and Issues such as race, ethnicity school disciplines and exclusion. ... Read more

    $57.99 USD

  • Youth Studies

    An Introduction

    by Andy Furlong ...
    Youth Studies: an introduction is a clear, jargon-free and accessible textbook which will be invaluable in helping to explain concepts, theories and trends within youth studies. The concise summaries of key texts and the ideas of important theorists make the book an invaluable resource. The book also raises questions for discussion, with international case studies and up-to-date examples.The book ... Read more

    $81.99 USD

  • The Curriculum

    Theory and Practice

    by Professor A Vic Kelly ...
    'This book will be of interest to educational practitioners, and many other professionals concerned with the education and development of the young' - ESCalate`A very well-respected book [and a] Curriculum classic...[which offers] balance to current official publications...One of its strengths is the coherent argument that runs throughout. It is very much a product of the wide knowledge and ... Read more

    $87.29 USD

  • Criminology

    The Essentials

    by Mr James Treadwell ...
    [![A companion website is available for this text][]][A companion website is available for this text 1]This is an essential introduction to undergraduate studies in criminology. Short, clear and concise, it provides a comprehensive overview of the key themes covered on your criminology course.The second edition provides:- Summaries of key course content, including new sections on race and ... Read more

    $65.69 USD