A World Away From IEPs: How Disabled Students Learn in Out-of-School Spaces

This book offers alternative ways to think about learning and behavior in special education by showcasing the success of disabled students in community-centered spaces. It combines theory and practice with illustrative case studies and a disability studies lens, providing valuable insights for educators and practitioners.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 08 April 2022
Publisher: Teachers' College Press

Step outside the realm of IEPs and behavioral paperwork prevalent in schools and venture into the vibrant world where disabled individuals are excelling today. Witness the remarkable outcomes in learning, growth, and expression firsthand. This authoritative book presents readers with alternative perspectives on learning and behavior in special education. Through captivating case studies and a disability studies lens, author Erin McCloskey showcases the remarkable progress of students with disabilities outside the traditional classroom and school building. Through the voices of these remarkable individuals, she reveals how they thrive creatively in various community-centered spaces, such as the dojo, riding arena, theater stage, music studio, and more.

Balancing theory and practice, the book delves into alternative learning spaces, illustrating how disabled students engage and learn within these environments. It shares valuable insights and lessons learned from each case study, organized into chapter sections titled "Lessons Learned." This book encourages an informed and thought-provoking discussion of the concepts presented, culminating in thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter. By seamlessly blending theory and practical applications, this book empowers readers to implement the principles in diverse settings, catering to the unique needs of students with a wide range of disabilities.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780807766736