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Equality and Freedom in Education: A Comparative Study (Routledge Revivals)
by Brian HolmesFirst published in 1985, Equality and Freedom in Education investigates the extent to which it is possible or desirable to provide equal opportunities in education, regardless of age sex, race, language, and social class. Attempts to make such provision regularly attract the criticism that they remove the freedom of parents and religious bodies to educate children in accordance with their particular wishes. To understand this dilemma, the book analyses the educational systems and practices in England and Wales, France, the USA, the USSR, China and Japan. Information about each system is provided in accordance with a taxonomy, developed by Professor Holmes for the International Bureau of Education in Geneva, and widely accepted by Ministries of Education throughout the world. Simplified diagrams show how school systems are organised and how children pass through the school system, and essential statistical information, taken from UNESCO sources, is also provided. The book will be of interest to students of education and sociology.
Everyone Here Spoke Sign Language: Hereditary Deafness on Martha's Vineyard
by Nora E. Groce<P>From the seventeenth century to the early years of the twentieth, the population of Martha's Vineyard manifested an extremely high rate of profound hereditary deafness. <P>In stark contrast to the experience of most deaf people in our own society, the Vineyarders who were born deaf were so thoroughly integrated into the daily life of the community that they were not seen-- and did not see themselves-- as handicapped or as a group apart. Deaf people were included in all aspects of life, such as town politics, jobs, church affairs, and social life. <P>How was this possible? On the Vineyard, hearing and deaf islanders alike grew up speaking sign language. This unique sociolinguistic adaptation meant that the usual barriers to communication between the hearing and the deaf, which so isolate many deaf people today, did not exist.
Flaming Tree
by Phyllis A. WhitneyA compassionate woman haunted by her past. A mysterious man who leads her to love. And the dangerous secret that is stronger than both of them. Kelsey Stewart is not thinking of love or adventure when she visits her aunt at her peaceful seaside inn nestled in beautiful Carmel, California. But when she is urged to help in the recuperation of Jody Hammond, a young boy who fell from a sea cliff, she finds her troubled heart coming back to life. And soon she finds herself falling in love with Jody's father, the mysterious, handsome Tyler.
Helping the Child with Exceptional Ability (Special Education Ser.)
by Susan LeydenFirst Published in 1985. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Images of Blind and Visually Impaired People in the Movies, 1913-1985: An Annotated Filmography with Notes
by Wendy Erickson Diane WolfeListed in this book are the titles and other information about movies that include characters who are blind or visually impaired.
One in Five: The Assessment and Incidence of Special Educational Needs (Routledge Library Editions: Education)
by Paul Croll Diana MosesAt the time of its original publication this book was the first major survey of the nature of the difficulties that children with special educational needs experience in the classroom context of mainstream junior schools. The book is based on research involving interviews with heads and teachers, and on extensive observation of children in junior classrooms. The research is related to the report of the Warnock Committee and to problems of definition and assessment in the area of special education. The book describes the views which junior school teachers have of special educational needs and the numbers of children and types of difficulty they regard as falling into this category. It discusses the classroom behaviour and interactions of children with special needs, and some of the consequences of different teaching strategies. It also presents information on patterns of provision for special needs, assessment in the junior classroom and the teachers’ own views on integration.
Outward Leg
by Tristan JonesAfter seven years ashore and after having his left leg amputated, Tristan Jones decided to return to the sea. He began to piece together Operation Star and found the perfect vessel in a 36-foot trimaran. In October 1983, Jones and his only crew member, Wally Rediske, set out in Outward Leg from San Diego, intending to circumnavigate the world from west to east by sail.The book is the exciting story of Tristan's preparation for this major seagoing event and the chronicle of half of it. Tristan sailed down the western coast of Central America through the Panama Canal to a small Colombian town. There he had to fight for survival among hostile natives, drug dealers, and uncooperative port officers. He went on to Venezuela, Aruba, and the Dominican Republic during its 1984 revolution. Finally he reached New York and crossed the Atlantic to return to St. Katharine's Dock in London where he began his seagoing life thirty years before.
Piagetian Reasoning and the Blind
by Yvette HatwellThe book reports the results of a series of studies undertaken in the early 1960s on the cognitive development of children with congenital blindness.
Promise Me Forever: A Novel (Debbie Macomber Classics)
by Debbie MacomberRomance between a man paralyzed in an accident and his physical therapist.
Speechreading: A Way To Improve Understanding
by Scott Bally Carol Garretson Harriet Kaplan"This book is a must for your office, for your clients, and for all public libraries." --Feedback "Unlike other consumer-oriented books on speechreading, this one not only focuses on practice exercises, but it also informs about the speechreading process and strategies to compensate for hearing loss . . . . This book could best be used by the professional as a client workbook to answer questions for hearing-impaired adults. It could also be beneficial to the hearing-impaired individual and his family members who are unable to enroll in therapy." --Ear and Hearing Speechreading: A Way to Improve Understanding discusses the nature and process of speechreading, its benefits, and its limitations. This useful book clarifies commonly-held misconceptions about speechreading. The beginning chapters address difficult communication situations and problems related to the speaker, the speechreader, and the environment. It then offers strategies to manage them. Speechreading provides practical exercises illustrating the use of these communication strategies in actual situations. It is an excellent book for late-deafened adults, families and friends, parents of children with hearing loss, and professionals and students. The three authors are all members of the Gallaudet University faculty--Harriet Kaplan is Associate Professor and Scott J. Bally is Assistant Professor in the Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, and Carol Garretson is former Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Arts.
This Shining Hour (Second Chance at Love No. #303)
by Antonia TylerEden Fairchild is admiring a gorgeous jogger’s masculine perfection when she realizes he’s blind—and about to trip over a sandcastle! But it’s Eden who lands on her fanny, not Kent Sawyer, the amazingly self-reliant civic leader who delights in his tactile exploration of Eden’s curves... Kent’s concern for others, his stubborn independence and undiminished sexual appeal, draw Eden relentlessly into his arms. But Kent insists that instead of catering to his needs—as she’s done with others in the past—she let him care for her. He’s so strong, yet so vulnerable... Can she learn to share life’s burdens—and make their shining hours last forever?
You Gotta Keep Dancin': In the Midst of Life's Hurts, You Can Choose Joy
by Tim HanselStress, disappointment, heartache, hurt--all are part of the human condition. The ...message of [this book] is that no matter what your circumstances, with God's help, you can choose to be joyful. A discussion of how to live with pain and still discover a life rich with joy.
Alex: The Life of a Child
by Frank DefordFrank DeFord tells the heartbreaking, yet uplifting story of his daughter Alex's brief life. She died of cystic fibrosis at the age of eight.
The Amish School (1st Ed.)
by Rachel Stahl Sara FisherFrom the Book jacket: This authoritative book on Amish education deals with many questions Why do the Amish have their own schools? What goals do Amish teachers have for their scholars? How are teachers chosen? How are the parents involved? What curriculum materials are used? What about children with special ne(dsr? Co-author Sara Fisher writes from her experienceas an Amish school teacher; coauthorRachel Stahl writes from her years of extensive research.
Belonging
by Virginia M. Scott<P>Gustie Blaine had it all--she was a cheerleader and an honor-roll student, she even got along with her parents--until the summer of her fifteenth year. That summer she got meningitis. It started with a headache, but in the end the illness left her deaf. Belonging is the story of how Gustie's life changed after that illness. <P>Gustie spent the first months of her recovery with hearing that yo-yoed. One day she could hear just about everything people said; the next, she understood almost nothing. She tried hearing aids, but they only made the garbled sounds louder, not clearer. <P>By the following winter her hearing was completely gone. Her best friend and confidante, Sara, suddenly had no time for her. School became a nightmare. She couldn't understand most of what was said in her classes. It was nearly impossible to keep up. <P>Gustie lived in a hearing world, and she felt cut off from everything and everyone. Even her parents. The old ease between them was now strained; accepting her hearing loss was hard. Traditions that the family had taken for granted, like sitting around the Christmas tree and listening to carols, were now impossible. <P>Gradually though, Gustie began to find new friends, like Lenore, a classmate who wasn't afraid of Gustie's deafness. She met Mr. Tate, a special education teacher, who showed her she still had choices, even in finding a way to communicate. And most importantly, she met Jack. He thought of her deafness as "part of the whole package."
The Clinical Practice of Educational Therapy: A Teaching Model
by Maxine Ficksman Jane Utley AdelizziThe Clinical Practice of Educational Therapy is the first book to provide a comprehensive review of the interdisciplinary profession and practice of educational therapy as it exists today. It describes the scope and practice of educational therapy from its European roots to its growing presence in the United States, and provides case studies to illustrate the work of educational therapists. Key Features: Interdisciplinary Perspective - Other books focus on either educational or therapeutic interventions but rarely discuss the blend and synergy of disciplines that are the hallmark of the profession. Illustrative Cases - The text draws heavily on case studies as a means of understanding the practice of educational therapy, especially the relationship between therapist and client. Expertise - Chapter authors are either experienced educational therapists or allied professionals who have made scholarly contributions to the profession, such as Dorothy Ungerleider, Patricia Waters, Roslyn Arnold, and George McCloskey. In addition to educational therapy students and practitioners, this book is appropriate for those working in related fields including special education, school psychology, school counseling, and social work in educational settings.
Don't Look at Me: A Child's Book about Feeling Different
by Doris SanfordSelf-hatred may be deeply ingrained in a child by the time he reaches school age. You may know a child who does not feel good about himself. This book might help. Picture descriptions present.
Ethan of Athos (Miles Vorkosigan #3)
by Lois Mcmaster BujoldEthan had something the Cetagandans would kill for. If only he knew what it was... You might think that an obstetrician on a planet forbidden to women would be underemployed.
Foundations of Education for Blind and Visually Handicapped Children and Youth Theory and Practice
by Geraldine T. SchollBlind children -- Education. Children with visual disabilities -- Education.
The Future of Work for Disabled People: Employment and the New Technology
by Ian Morris Wassily Leontief Walter Y. Oi William F. Gallagher Curt Tausky Timm Kainen Lawrence A. Scadden William J. Dennis Dennis Chamot Jesse M. Smith Erich Bloch Joseph F. CoatesThis important book, by an impressive and talented team of authors, will help us plan to ensure that workers with disabilities find their rightful place in the workplace of the future.
Handbook of Cognitive, Social, and Neuropsychological Aspects of Learning Disabilities: Volume I
by Stephen J. CeciRecognized as the definitive reference in the field, this book addresses a broad range of biologically based disorders that affect children's learning and development. Leading authorities review the genetics of each disorder; its course and outcome; associated developmental, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges; and what clinicians and educators need to know about effective approaches to assessment and intervention. Coverage encompasses numerous lower-incidence neurodevelopmental disabilities as well as more frequently diagnosed learning and behavior problems with a genetic component.
Handicapping Conditions in Children (Routledge Revivals)
by Bill GillhamFirst published in 1986, Handicapping Conditions in Children provides an accessible overview of a wide range of handicapping conditions and their remediation, and gives a balanced perspective on the medical, educational and social issues. It will therefore be of value to a wide audience in these professions as well as to students and parents. Each chapter deals with one specific area but is presented to cover: description of the condition and its aetiology; its prevalence in the population and relatives; developmental characteristics; special problems and needs; educational and social provision; the potential for the future; and further reading lists. The book does not include every possible condition, but concentrates on those that are most frequent or problematic. This book is a reissue originally published in 1986. The language used is a reflection of its era and no offence is meant by the Publishers to any reader by this republication
Hope: A Partner To Faith
by Charles CappsThis is an exquisite devotional book which guides the Christian toward a richer faith in God. It is easy to read, compassionate, and inspiring. Consider:: "Remember: Faith and hope are partners and you need them both. Start where you are. Use some common sense. Operate on your level. Confess God's promises daily. Your faith will grow and your productivity will increase."
How Do you Kiss a Blind Girl?
by Sally Roesch Wagner<P>Sally Wagner grew up in Prairie Village, Kan., and received a B.A. in English from Grinnell College. She taught high school English in Lakewood, Colorado, and re ceived an M.A. in journalism from the University of Colorado. She turned from teaching to journalism, but within months came the first signs of what led to blindness three years later. <P>With Andy, her golden retriever dog guide from the Seeing Eye, she took a public relations post, returned to reporting and collected the anecdotes which drew her back to Prairie Village to write this book. Wagner, 42, now covers a police beat for the Kansas City Times from her Prairie Village apartment.
Management and Administration of Rehabilitation Programmes (Routledge Revivals)
by Roy I. BrownFirst published in 1984, Management and Administration of Rehabilitation Programmes addresses issues in management and administration across a wide range of areas relating to the education, welfare, and quality of life of those with disabilities. The book covers a variety of topics, including employment, the establishment of service priorities, and the evaluation of services and promotion of innovation. In each case, problems in management and administration are highlighted and explored. Management and Administration of Rehabilitation Programmes will be of interest to administrators and students of the history of special education.