Meeting the Needs of Students of ALL Abilities
How Leaders Go Beyond Inclusion
- Colleen A. Capper - University of Wisconsin - Madison, Chile
- Elise M. Frattura - University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA
Meeting student needs shouldn't mean isolation from peers. This step-by-step handbook offers practical strategies for administrators, teachers, policymakers, and parents who want to shift from costly special learning programs for a few learners to excellent educational services for all students. Readers will find practical strategies for:
- transitioning from separate programs to effective services
- establishing broad standards as prerequisites for student success
- using the law and funding to meet student needs
- preparing for the journey of change.
The second edition includes the latest research on integrated and socially equitable schools, a greater emphasis on social justice, and a new Equity Audit Questionnaire.
"A timely and friendly read with useful surveys, self-evaluations, and stories. The book brings together current trends and educational issues, including Response to Intervention, bullying, professional learning communities, the planning and change process, and the school’s responsibility in providing for at-risk students."
"This book provides a clear road map for everyone who is interested in changing schools to be responsive to ALL students. School personnel, school boards, and individual educators will be challenged to think courageously about how schools should operate for every student who comes through the classroom door."
"Offers specific strategies for creating environments where children can work together and learn from each other regardless of their abilities."
"Brings a creative, well-researched perspective to schools that is inclusive in exciting ways. I strongly recommend it for use in graduate courses in educational administration and to administrators who want to put their caring and commitment into effective action."