The third of edition of Collaborative Consultation in the Schools: Effective Practices for Students with Learning and Behavior Problemspresents the consultation as a collaborative, problem-solving endeavor. This comprehensive, yet reader-friendly book is designed to assist teachers and practitioners in working with students who have, or are at risk for, school adjustment or learning problems. This comprehensive book offers: * In-depth case studies about a student with behavior problems, a student with learning problems, and a collaborative vignette showing the systems-change process. * Multiple interventions and strategies are woven throughout the book to emphasize the effective practices used in today's schools. * Numerous forms, charts, and activities are provided as suggestions and problem-solving information. For general education techers, special education teachers, educational administrators, and school counselors.
Written to fill the needs of university students and practitioners in the schools, this text presents the consultation process as a collaborative, problem-solving endeavor designed to assist consultees in their work with students. There are separate chapters on students' learning and behavior problems, and five case studies. This second edition contains new chapter objectives, twice as many activities, and specific suggestions for interventions, plus a new chapter on ethics and advocacy. Kampwirth is professor emeritus in the Department of Educational Psychology, Administration, and Counseling at California State University-Long Beach. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
