LIFE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Resource #
BOOK • LBCB674W

Price $74.95

Program Contents: 864 pages, hard-covered.

Captioning: None

Copyright Date: 2006

By Paul Wehman, Ph.D., with Invited Contributors

Just in time for the implementation of new IDEA regulations, this fourth edition of a landmark text brings together the most up-to-date, comprehensive information on facilitating transitions for young people with mild, moderate, or severe disabilities.

Readers will also get updated information throughout the book on transition planning, ensuring access to the general education curriculum, pursuing post-secondary education, helping individuals secure housing, meeting the specific needs of young people with a range of disabilities, and navigating the complex challenges of transition. Study questions, chapter objectives, case studies, and sample transition plans help readers focus on learning goals and think critically about key issues. Ideal for the college or university classroom and a critical reference for every professional’s bookshelf.

It contains:
• Cutting-edge research
• New statistics and legislation
• Timely new chapters on inclusion in schools and in the community
• Post-secondary education
• Autism spectrum disorders
• High-stakes testing and accountability
• Assistive technology
• Customized employment
• Social Security benefits and work incentives
• Self-determination.