Exceptional Learners: An Introduction to Special Education, Enhanced Pearson eText -- Access Card

NOTE: Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the Enhanced Pearson eText may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. This access code card provides access to the new Enhanced Pearson eText In Exceptional Learners by Hallahan, Kauffman, and Pullen, readers get an up-to-date introduction to the characteristics of exceptional learners and their education that emphasizes classroom practices, as well as the psychological, sociological, and medical aspects of disabilities and giftedness. Based on the author's premise that professionals working with exceptional learners need to develop not only a solid base of knowledge, but also a healthy attitude toward their work and the people whom they serve, this book is designed to reach the heart as well as the mind. It asks both general and special educators to challenge themselves to acquire a solid understanding of current theory, research, and practice in special education, and to develop an ever more sensitive understanding of exceptional learners and their families. The Enhanced Pearson eText features videos, interactive links to helpful web sites, and interactive chapter assessment quizzes. Improve mastery and retention with the Enhanced Pearson eText* This access code card provides access to the new Enhanced Pearson eText, a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content. The Enhanced Pearson eText is: Engaging. The new interactive, multimedia learning features were developed by the authors and other subject-matter experts to deepen and enrich the learning experience. Convenient. Enjoy instant online access from your computer or download the Pearson eText App to read on or offline on your iPad (R) and Android (R) tablet.* Affordable. Experience the advantages of the Enhanced Pearson eText for 40% to 65% less than a print bound book. *The Enhanced eText features are only available in the Pearson eText format. They are not available in third-party eTexts or downloads. *The Pearson eText App is available on Google Play and in the App Store. It requires Android OS 3.1-4, a 7" or 10" tablet, or iPad iOS 5.0 or later.

This general introduction to the characteristics of exceptional learners and their education emphasizes classroom practices, a well as the psychological, sociological, and medical aspects of disabilities and giftedness. In it, readers see how to make connections between the concepts in the text and the real world of the classroom through people connections, classroom connections, and field connections. The perfect blend of up-to-date research on hot topics in special education today, and the classic studies that define the field, the book is appropriate for both undergraduates and graduate students, and useful in both general and special education teacher preparation programs. This new edition features:

 

Invigorate learning with the Enhanced Pearson eText
This access code card provides access to the new Enhanced Pearson eText, a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content with the following multimedia features:

• NEW! Video Models of Teaching Techniques use video examples to update and enhance the techniques described in the Responsive Instruction. (See pages 61 and 223 - linked to the word video, second column near the bottom.)
• NEW! Check Your Understanding of chapter content. Exercisesmatched to chapter learning outcomes help readers apply the concepts and ensure that they master the learning outcomes. Exercises and suggested feedback are provided in the Pearson eText. (See pages 19, 63, and 347 for examples.)
• NEW! Up Close With . . . over 200 electronic links to videos and websites of key concepts, recent scientific discoveries, human-interest stories, cutting edge technologies, and teaching techniques let students delve deeper into the content by linking directly to research and related content, such as teaching methods. A minimum of 10 links appear in each chapter and the information found on the internet has been vetted for quality. (See pages 6, 72, and 215 for examples.)