Spiral-bound

Part one: getting to know the learning profile of students with Down syndrome. Specific learning profile ; Speech and communication ; Working memory ; Behavior profile ; Positive behavior intervention and support ; Sensory processing and sensory integration theory ; Nurturing independence ; Health concerns that may affect learning -- Part two: aiming high - inclusion. Aiming high: inclusion as the least dangerous assumption ; Inclusion for students with Down syndrome ; Special education law ; UDL: universal design for learning ; Differentiated instruction ; The standards based IEP ; Teamwork and implementing the IEP ; Useful visuals for the efficient IEP team: the chart, the matrix, and the progress monitoring graph ; The importance of progress monitoring ; Communication between home and school ; Paraprofessionals ; Peer supports ; Developing successful peer relationships and friendships ; On bullying and its prevention -- Part three: meaningful curriculum. Accommodations for the student and modifications to the curriculum ; Assistive technology ; Smart-device apps, learning and the student with Down syndrome ; Reading ; Writing ; Handwriting ; Spelling ; Number skills ; Grading, high expectations and the student with Down syndrome ; The state tests -- Part four: students with Down syndrome and other complex needs. Students with Down syndrome and autism or other complex needs ; Down syndrome and autism - supporting a family with a dual diagnosis ; How to include, even if a student is in a substantially separate setting -- Resources. Higher education opportunities ; Recommended books and web sites -- Bibliography