The Classroom Teacher's Guide to Special Education explores the transformative role the classroom teacher plays in the lives of their students, including the lives of students with disabilities. This book leads pre-service and in-service teachers on a journey of discovery, introducing foundational practices that are not just beneficial but essential for every student. This book serves as a core resource for learning about and understanding key components of special education from the classroom teachers' role and perspective. More than a guide to special education in the general education setting, this book empowers teachers to embrace inclusive perspectives by building the knowledge, skills, and confidence to meet the diverse learning needs of all the students.

Dena D. Slanda, senior technical assistance consultant at the American Institutes for Research, leads large-scale projects delivering tools, training, and services to state agencies, districts, and schools. She co-leads technical assistance for Lead IDEA and manages special projects for the Center on Great Teachers and Leaders and the Comprehensive State Literacy Development National Literacy Center.