Overview
What is Fragile X? The most common inherited cause of learning difficulties, affecting a child's ability to tackle key areas such as literacy and numeracy, and causing behaviour problems and social anxiety.
What can teachers do to help children with Fragile X become more effective learners? This definitive text will provide essential support and information for teachers withĀ the expertise of an international field of researchers, whose variety of perspectives contribute to aĀ unique, multi-professional approach. Each chapter of the book suggests practical intervention strategies, based on sound educational principles expressed inĀ clear non-specific terms. A range of important topics are considered, including:
* the physical and behavioural characteristics of Fragile X
* the effects of Fragile X on learning
* medication and therapy
* related conditions such as autism and attention deficit disorders.
Breaking down the barriers of professional practice, this book establishes the groundwork for successful and valuable multi-professional teamwork. By providing immediate access to a body of empirical knowledge and advice from other disciplines, it will encourage teachers to incorporate this approach into their own practice.Ā Everyone responsible for the education of a child with Fragile X syndrome should read this book.
This book title, Educating Children with Fragile X Syndrome (A Multi-Professional View) - 9780415314886, ISBN: 9780415314886, by Denise Dew-Hughes, published by Taylor & Francis (October 30, 2003) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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