Inclusive Instruction: Evidence-Based Practices for Teaching Students with Disabilities

This accessible book presents research-based strategies for supporting K–8 students with high-incidence disabilities in becoming accomplished learners. The authors clearly describe the core components of effective inclusive instruction, showing how to recognise and respond to individual students' needs quickly and appropriately.

Teachers are provided with essential tools for:

• managing inclusive classrooms;
• planning a curriculum that fosters concept development across content areas, promotes strategic learning, and builds fluent skill use; and
• integrating technology into instruction.

Case examples illustrate ways that special and general education teachers can work together successfully to solve complex learning problems and improve outcomes for students who are struggling.

Appropriate for general and special education teachers in K–8; literacy specialists; school psychologists.

Table of Contents

I. Recognizing Our Professional Responsibilities to Students and Understanding Their Needs

1. Recognizing Professional Responsibilities to Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Classrooms
2. Recognizing the Individual Needs of Students with High-Incidence Disabilities
3. Recognizing the Qualities of Successful Inclusive Teachers
4. Recognizing the Need for Collecting Meaningful Data

II. Responding with Effective Instruction and Technology Supports

5. Planning Effective Classroom Instruction
6. Fostering Concept Development
7. Creating Strategic Learners
8. Building Fluent Skills Use
9. Managing Inclusive Classrooms, with Kristin Murphy
10. Using Evidence and Collaborative Inquiry Successfully in Inclusive Classrooms, with Elizabeth Filippi

"Responding to the increased focus on inclusive education in today's schools, this book gives teachers expert guidance about evidence-based practices and how to implement them. The emphasis on collaborative inquiry offers a unique approach to planning instruction and supporting students in learning challenging content."
- Diane Haager, PhD, Division of Special Education and Counseling, California State University, Los Angeles

"This book provides a depth and breadth of knowledge for elementary and special education teachers and other professionals working in inclusive settings or taking a university course on effective practices for students with disabilities. It presents practical tools that are grounded in research. The strategies and techniques needed to support students with disabilities are embedded in illustrative case examples. A 'must read."
- Lisa A. Dieker, PhD, College of Education, University of Central Florida

"If you want to make a difference for students, this is a great resource. Brownell and her associates are outstanding teachers and authors. I plan to use this book to provide my teachers with excellent instructional practices that will work for all students."
- Elizabeth A. LeClear, Principal, Rawlings Elementary School, Gainesville, Florida