Includes bibliographical references and index.

Special educational needs and learning difficulties -- Students with intellectual disability and autism -- Students with physical disabilities or health issues -- Students with sensory impairments -- Gifted and talented students -- Self-management and self-regulation -- Managing classroom behaviour -- Social skills and peer group acceptance -- Effective teaching of reading -- Intervention for reading difficulties -- Problems with written language -- Difficulties with spelling -- Numeracy and basic mathematical skills -- Differentiating the curriculum and adapting instruction -- Teaching methods for general and specific purposes.

"In this era of inclusive education it is essential that all teachers have a sound understanding of the nature of students' special educational needs and how these needs may best be met in the classroom. Not only must teachers understand and accept students with disabilities and learning problems, but they must also possess a wide range of teaching and management strategies. Similar knowledge and skills are also required by classroom assistants and other personnel working in a support role in schools. This book offers sound practical advice on assessment and intervention based on the latest research evidence from the field"-- Provided by publisher.