Exceptional Individuals in Focus

by James R. Patton

This introduction to exceptional individuals offers basic information for students on working and communicating with these individuals. It acknowledges the sorrows suffered by those with disabilities,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0135023521
• ISBN13: 9780135023525
• Release Date: April 1996
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Length: 337 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Exceptional Individuals in Focus (7th ed.)

This textbook is a well-respected overview of various special learning needs. The readable style uses a concrete and understandable approach. The book provides an excellent introduction to the field of special education or may be helpful to teachers preparing for the PRAXIS special education examination. Designed for educators, key topics include (a) exceptionality, (b) programs and services, (c) learning and behavior disorders, (d) physical, sensory, and communicative impairments, (e) giftedness, (f) at-risk youth, (g) life-span services, and (h) parent and family involvement. A helpful companion website provides additional support for teachers and students. Parents may find the book helpful.