Product Description

Whether you are a general or a special education K-12 teacher, this resource helps you understand and implement strategies for successful classroom inclusion.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #347647 in Books
• Published on: 2004-10-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 400 pages

Review
“This book enlightens and sometimes startles the reader with light bulb responses. It reflects the author’s unique sense of humor.”

Review
I have been teaching introductory courses in special education for 5 years. Each year I review books to see if I can find the one that truly speaks to the needs of my students in this ever-changing field. I found what I was looking for in Inclusion Strategies That Work! (Martha Lawson, Assistant Professor )

I found the content extremely interesting. The lessons are productive and easy to follow. (John Zerillo, Computer Technician )

What a wonderful, comprehensive tool for educators! The text highlights all of the key areas promoting success for students in inclusive environments. (Scott Rossig, Behavioral Consultant )

This compilation of inclusion strategies significantly covers topics of importance to any educator or parents who seeks information related to the special needs population. The concentration on the aspects that are key in special education are extensively discussed. (Fatima Ramirez, Teacher of the Handicapped )

A comprehensive text of activities and worksheets for teachers and students . . .a must read! (Barry Swartz, Teacher of the Handicapped )

A great resource for all teachers struggling to effectively include students with disabilities in general education classrooms. (Diane Cavanagh, Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation )

I would buy this book in a minute. It is informative, interesting, and will provide a lot of guidance in my future teaching career. (Elise Pelcz, Graduate Student in MAT Special Education program )

As a college student studying special education, this text is very comprehensive and a helpful resource. (Kelly Maloney, Student )

This book contains everything you need to know about inclusion! It’s totally complete and comprehensive. (Ginger Wescott, Special Education Teacher )

This book is current and every teacher, regardless of specialty and experience, should get this book. (Rhonda Gibson, Special Education Teacher )

Toby Karten certainly has a grasp on the needs of teachers in the inclusive classroom. Her book is filled with practical applications for adapting curriculum for students with disabilities. (Carol Sprague, Recipient, New Jersey Mentoring and Modeling in Technology )

This is a very timely book. Today with No Child Left Behind, which is a regular education initiative, inclusion will need to be part of special education more than ever before. (Herbert Miller, Chief Administrator )

Inclusion Strategies That Work! is an invaluable tool for teachers to help meet the needs of all learners in a diverse classroom. (Arthur Tepper, Professor )

This book enlightens and sometimes startles the reader with light bulb responses. It reflects the author’s unique sense of humor. (Joan Cingar, Educational Media Specialist )

About the Author

Toby J. Karten is an experienced educator who has worked in the field of Special Education since 1976. She has an undergraduate degree in Special Education from Brooklyn College, a Master’s degree from the College of Staten Island, and a supervisory degree from Georgian Court University. Being involved in the field of special education for the past three decades has afforded Ms. Karten an opportunity to help many children and adults from elementary through graduate levels around the world. Along with being a resource center teacher in New Jersey, Ms. Karten has designed a graduate course entitled Skills & Strategies for Inclusion & Disability Awareness. She has presented at local, state, national, and international workshops and conferences. Ms. Karten has been recognized by both the Council for Exceptional Children and the New Jersey Department of Education as an exemplary educator, receiving two “Teacher of the Year” awards.

Ms. Karten is married, has a son, and a few dogs. She enjoys teaching, reading, writing, artwork, and most of all, learning. As the author of this book, she believes that inclusion does not begin and end in the classroom, but is a philosophy that continues throughout life. Hence, inclusion is not only research-based, but life-based as well!

Customer Reviews

EXCELLENT!!
Excellent, well written book. We shared the strategies with the Inclusion Team. Many teachers had concerns about the process. This gives a good picture to build upon and lessened their concerns.