{"product_id":"special-education-in-contemporary-society-an-introduction-to-exceptionality","title":"Special Education in Contemporary Society: An Introduction to Exceptionality","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Education in Contemporary Society: An Introduction to Exceptionality, Seventh Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a comprehensive, engaging, and accessible introduction to the field of \u003cstrong\u003especial education and exceptional learners\u003c\/strong\u003e. Written by \u003cstrong\u003eRichard M. Gargiulo and Emily C. Bouck\u003c\/strong\u003e, this research-based textbook helps future and practicing educators develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and perspectives needed to create inclusive learning environments where every student has the opportunity to succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrounded in current research, professional standards, and contemporary issues, the Seventh Edition explores both the educational and human dimensions of exceptionality. Rather than focusing solely on classifications and instructional approaches, the authors bring students closer to the real experiences of \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional children and adults, their families, and the teachers and professionals who support them throughout their lives\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding Exceptional Learners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition provides a broad foundation in special education while encouraging readers to think critically about how schools, educators, families, and communities can work together to support diverse learners. Key topics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foundations, history, and evolving practices of \u003cstrong\u003especial education\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionality and exceptional learners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent approaches to identifying and supporting students with disabilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclusive and supportive \u003cstrong\u003elearning environments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe roles of teachers, families, and other professionals in special education\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch-based approaches to teaching and supporting diverse learners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary issues and emerging trends shaping special education\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe experiences of exceptional individuals and their families\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Human-Centered Approach to Special Education\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGargiulo and Bouck emphasize the \u003cstrong\u003ehuman side of special education\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping students understand exceptional individuals as people with unique strengths, experiences, needs, and aspirations. Real-world perspectives encourage readers to look beyond labels and develop a deeper appreciation for the factors that influence learning, development, relationships, and educational outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seventh Edition maintains the book's strong \u003cstrong\u003eresearch foundation and comprehensive coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e while expanding its discussion of current trends and contemporary issues in special education. It is designed to support both \u003cstrong\u003epre-service teachers preparing for careers in education and in-service professionals\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking to strengthen their knowledge and practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete \u003cstrong\u003eteaching and learning package\u003c\/strong\u003e accompanies the text, providing additional resources to support instruction, classroom learning, and student success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're studying special education for the first time or looking to deepen your understanding of exceptional learners, \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Education in Contemporary Society, Seventh Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a thoughtful and practical foundation for creating educational experiences that help all students reach their full potential.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"a-divider-normal bucketDivider\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"detailBullets_feature_div\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-nostyle a-vertical a-spacing-none detail-bullet-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePublisher ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSAGE Publications, Inc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePublication date ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJanuary 24, 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEdition ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eLanguage ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePrint length ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e656 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1544373651\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e978-1544373652\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eItem Weight ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.55 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eDimensions ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.25 x 0.75 x 11 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"thebookstella.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50565740724482,"sku":null,"price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/9856\/6914\/files\/SpecialEducationinContemporarySociety.jpg?v=1790767353","url":"https:\/\/thebookstella.com\/products\/special-education-in-contemporary-society-an-introduction-to-exceptionality","provider":"thebookstella.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}