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New 8th Edition Coming Soon! Good teachers have the desire and ability to assume and meet the challenge of successfully addressing the needs of diverse students in the general education classroom when provided with the necessary knowledge and resources. Special Education for All Teachers provides readers with relevant and practical information needed to effectively educate students with learning challenges in the general education classroom. The content will deepen reader’s awareness and understanding of instructional supports for students with and without exceptionalities that will lead to their success in school and society. The 8th edition of Special Education for All Teachers builds upon previous editions by presenting updated chapter content that describes: historical and current laws that impact the instruction and daily lives of all students. how an inclusive mindset around disability and diversity can enhance student learning. the learning characteristics of students all students with exceptionalities. eligibility criteria and referral processes for all students with exceptionalities. how to effectively implement multi-tiered systems of supports schools. research-based academic, behavioral, and communication supports that promote school success for all students and those with more intensive needs. how families, teachers, and other professionals can effectively collaborate. New resource guide for instructors! Instructors are provided with a guide comprised of engaging activities and timely resources that can be used to expand the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of students across various course delivery modes featuring reflection and classroom application activities, videos, research-to-practice readings, Internet resources, illustrative case studies, examination questions, and more!