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Author:   Michael Brandow
Publisher:   Beacon Press
Imprint:   Beacon Press
Dimensions:   Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.283kg
ISBN:  

9780807033432

ISBN 10:   080703343
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   03 February 2015
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements PART 1 Current evidence and knowledge from different domains in autism studies: implications for education Preface Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Key question Introduction The key questions this book addresses Summary Recommended reading Chapter 2 The bio-psycho-social-insider model Overview Key questions Introduction Models of disability The bio-psycho-social model Summary Recommended reading Chapter 3: Contributions from biology and the medical domain Overview Key questions Introduction Diagnostic criteria The diagnostic process Broader health issues in autism Inter-professionalism The strengths and positive aspects of autism Summary Recommended reading Chapter 4 Contributions from psychology Overview Key questions Introduction Developmental psychology and psychosocial interventions Psychosocial interventions Behavioural psychology Psychosocial interventions and practical approaches Core components of effective interventions Summary Recommended reading Chapter 5 Learning from autistic perspectives Overview Key question Introduction The neurodiversity movement Criticism of the neurodiversity movement Implications for education Summary Recommended reading Chapter 6 Contributions from the social sciences Overview Key question Introduction The macro system The microsystem: the family, peers and school experiences Summary Recommended reading Chapter 7 Evidence-Informed Practice Overview Key questions Introduction The evidence base from research studies The research-practice gap Bridging the gap From evidence based to evidence informed practice The need for new methodologies Summary Recommended reading PART 2 Inclusive practice and distinctive pedagogies for autistic pupils Chapter 8 Inclusion and inclusive pedagogy Overview Key questions Inclusive education: more than a locational issue What does inclusion mean in practice? Pedagogy Dimensions of pedagogy Summary Recommended reading Chapter 9 Inclusive pedagogy for autistic children and young people Overview Key questions Introduction Teaching as interconnection between curriculum (what), pedagogy (how) and rationale (why Current guidelines in autism education The distinctive group differences of autistic children Implications for the curriculum Methods Summary Recommended reading Chapter 10 Eight principles of good autism practice in education Overview Key questions Introduction Principle One: Understanding the strengths, interests and challenges of the autistic child and young person Principle Two: Enabling the voice of the autistic child and young person to contribute to and influence decisions Principle Three: Collaboration with parents and caregivers of autistic children and young people Principle Four: Workforce development to support children and young people on the autism spectrum Principle Five: Leadership and Management that promotes and embeds good autism practice Principle Six: An ethos and environment that fosters social inclusion for children and young people on the autism spectrum Principle Seven: Targeted support and measuring progress of children and young people on the autism spectrum Principle Eight: Adapting the curriculum, teaching and learning to promote wellbeing and success for children and young people on the autism spectrum Summary Recommended reading Chapter 11 Professional development Overview Key question Introduction The Autism Education Trust programme Pedagogy Bringing different elements of the community together Outcomes International implications: case studies from Greece and Italy Summary Recommended reading Chapter 12 The scholarly practitioner Overview Key question Introduction Community engaged scholarship and research The scholar practitioner What skills do scholar practitioner need? Towards communities of practice How can we move forward? References

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A must-read for all dog lovers. -- Booklist, starred review A Matter of Breeding addresses a critical but often ignored ethical issue--dog pedigrees. Brandow exposes the underbelly of the dog fancy industry, showing what outrageous lengths humans have gone to--shaping dogs into almost unimaginable shapes and sizes--in order to increase their own social status. This book is not only incredibly important but is a delightful read with fascinating insights into the history and psychology of the pure bred dog world. --Alan M. Beck, Sc.D., Professor and Director of the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at Purdue University Michael Brandow's A Matter of Breeding is at once a keenly observed memoir of his days as a New York City dog walker, a thoroughly researched history of purebred dogs, and an often biting social critique of people, their dogs, and the world they have made for each other. --Mark Derr, author of How the Dog Became the Dog If you're considering welcoming a dog (or two) into your family, read Michael Brandow's fascinating and eye-opening book before visiting a pet store or breeder. Brandow not only unearths the status driven history of so-called 'purebreds, ' but exhorts us to love all dogs regardless of breed. A dog is a living, loving creature, not an accessory item and Brandow makes his case persuasively and with wit. --Betsy Banks Saul, Founder of Petfinder.com

A Matter of Breeding addresses a critical but often ignored ethical issue--dog pedigrees. Brandow exposes the underbelly of the dog fancy industry, showing what outrageous lengths humans have gone to--shaping dogs into almost unimaginable shapes and sizes--in order to increase their own social status. This book is not only incredibly important but is a delightful read with fascinating insights into the history and psychology of the pure bred dog world. --Alan M. Beck, Sc.D., Professor and Director of the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at Purdue University Michael Brandow's A Matter of Breeding is at once a keenly observed memoir of his days as a New York City dog walker, a thoroughly researched history of purebred dogs, and an often biting social critique of people, their dogs, and the world they have made for each other. --Mark Derr, author of How the Dog Became the Dog

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With a background in journalism, dog care, and community activism, Michael Brandow is a sought-after commentator on dog-related issues and has written for publications including the New York Times, Town & Country, ARTNews, the BARk, and Animal Fair. He lives in New York City.

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