How to Better Serve Racially, Ethnically, and Linguistically Diverse (RELD) Students in Special Education

This important guide offers practical teaching solutions to address the challenges facing RELD students in special education, particularly in high needs schools where the number of students identified as needing special education is above the national average.

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This important guide offers practical teaching solutions to address the challenges facing RELD students in special education, particularly in high-needs schools where the number of students identified as needing special education exceeds the national average. Written from the perspective of someone with her own lived experience of unique learning needs and marginalization, this book prepares educators to effectively serve our increasingly diverse student population, while also addressing certain special education policy issues and over/underrepresentation of RELD students in special education. Featuring real-life examples and practical strategies to start using in the classroom, this book is key reading for any special educator or school leader striving to ensure special education becomes more equitable and effective.