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1 online resource (xx, 199 pages) |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"The goal of the authors is to share what they have learned as veteran special education administrators to assist those in the job or looking to move into the job. The comprehensiveness and complexities of the position can be and are at times overwhelming. Throughout their careers the authors made mistakes, and this book with its short chapters and conversational tone provides insight into decision-making and relationship-building. Included are tips like face-to-face interactions and classroom visitations are essential in assisting staff, students, and building principals; and topics such as the importance of parents in the process, the significance of confidentiality, due process, program development, and working with advocates. This book is a critical tool in the special education administrator's box, and provides practical and friendly advice for a difficult job"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
Foundational elements. Legal foundation for providing a free and appropriate education to students with disabilities -- Defining your beliefs -- Your role as administrator of special education - Confidentiality -- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- Program and service delivery considerations. Procedural manual -- Process, procedures, practices : referral, evaluation, and determination of eligibility for specialized instruction - Inclusion -- Programs and services: options and choices -- Professional development -- Discipline and students with special needs -- Age of majority and transition to adult services - Documentation -- Working with and managing related stakeholders. Parents -- Central office administrators -- Building administrators -- Role of various special education personnel -- Supervision and evaluation of department staff -- Budget development -- Extraordinary concerns. Dealing with difficult cases - Advocates -- Due process, appeal hearings, and mediation. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost All EBSCO eBooks |
| Subject |
Special education -- United States -- Administration.
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Children with disabilities -- Education -- United States.
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School administrators -- United States.
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School management and organization -- United States.
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Children with disabilities -- Education. |
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School administrators. |
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School management and organization. |
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Special education -- Administration. |
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United States. |
| Added Author |
McArdle, Robert J., author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Earley, James B. Practical approach to special education administration Thousand Oaks, California : Corwin, 2023 9781071877067 (DLC) 2022015762 (OCoLC) 1330712577 |
| ISBN |
9781071877074 electronic book |
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1071877070 electronic book |
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9781071877098 electronic book |
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1071877097 electronic book |
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9781071877081 electronic book |
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1071877089 electronic book |
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9781071877067 paperback |
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