A Course module for teaching learners with developmental disabilities / Ronato S. Ballado [and three others].

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface v-- CHAPTER 1 An Overview of the Developmental Disabilities -- Lesson 1: The Concept of Developmental Disabilities 2 -- Lesson 2: Causes of Developmental Disabilities 10 -- Lesson 3: Factors Affecting Developmental Disabilities 17 -- CHAPTER 2 Types of Developmental Disabilities (Definition, Classification, Characteristics, and Causation) -- Lesson 4: Learners with Intellectual Disability 24 -- Lesson 5: Learners with Genetic Syndromes: Fragile X, Down, Prader-Willi, and Others 32 -- Lesson 6: Learners with Physical and Other Health Impairments 42 -- Lesson 7: Learners with Learning Disability 52 -- Lesson 8: Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder 63 -- Lesson 9: Learners with Neuromotor (Neurological) Disabilities 71 -- Lesson 10: Learners with Emotional and Behavioral Impairments-Anxiety, Depressive, Oppositional Defiant, and Conduct Disorder 79 -- CHAPTER 3 Planning and Providing Special Education Services -- Lesson 11: Identification and Referral Process 88 -- Lesson 12: Types and Characteristics of Various Assessment Instruments and Methods 95 -- Lesson 13: Assessment in Special Education 105 -- Lesson 14: Special Education Curriculum 112 -- Lesson 15: Curricular Accommodations and Adaptations: Its Dynamics, Challenges, and Opportunities 120 -- Lesson 16: Special Education Placement Services 128 -- Lesson 17: Early Intervention for Learners with Developmental Disabilities 135 -- Lesson 18: IEP and Transition Development and Processes 143 -- Lesson 19: Educational Approaches and Strategies in Teaching Learners with Developmental Disabilities in an Inclusive Classroom 152 -- Lesson 20: Current Trends in Teaching Learners with Developmental Disabilities 165 -- CHAPTER 4 Advancing the Cause of LDD in Education -- Lesson 21: Family as a Pillar of Support System to Learners with Developmental Disabilities 175 -- Lesson 22: Families of Learners with Developmental Disabilities: The Less Appreciated Support Aspect 181 -- Lesson 23: Contemporary Challenges of Learners with Developmental Disabilities: Setting Priorities and Initiatives 187 -- Lesson 24: Counseling Learners with Developmental Disabilities: Setbacks and Opportunities 192 -- Lesson 25: Creating Guidance and Counseling Program for Learners with Special Needs: Prevention and Intervention 199 -- References 209 -- Index 221.

This course module will give would-be teachers, parents, and caregivers of special needs children an in-depth knowledge and understanding of special education through organized lessons and activities in specific areas of teaching children with developmental disabilities. It offers both regular and special education teachers a guide on what is essential for these children, especially during this time when inclusive education is being actively promoted in our respective communities. Future educators will be able to give their outmost support and assistance to children with developmental disabilities and ensure the provision of quality, inclusive, and empowering education that these children are entitled to.