′The book′s greatest strength may be its logical explanation of why today′s students develop and learn differently, so that a functionally unchanging educational system is no longer appropriate in meeting learner needs′ - Choice From the author of the How the Brain Learns comes a new book dealing with special needs students. How the Special Needs Brain Learns helps you turn research on the brain function of students with various learning challenges into practical classroom activities and strategies. David A Sousa shows how the brain processes information, and examines both simple and complex learning strategies that can be adopted and taught to your students. The first step for students with learning disabilities is teaching them to build self-esteem, strategies for engagement and retention, and how to work in groups. This book focuses on the most common challenges to learning for many students, especially for those who are often the first candidates for special education referral, and emphasizes lifelong independent learning, increased retention, and cognitive flexibility for all. David A Sousa builds on the latest brain research to discuss teaching strategies for students challenged by: - ADHD/ADD - Speech Disabilities - Reading Disabilities - Writing Disabilities - Math Disabilities - Sleep Disorders - Emotional and Behavioral Disorders - Autism - Asperger′s Syndrome Today′s classrooms embrace students of all abilities, and David A Sousas, latest work provides the most up-to-date information and insight on how to work effectively with each one of them. Offering real strategies for real classrooms, How the Special Needs Brain Learns is an indispensable tool for all educators - school administrators and teachers, staff developers, pre-service students, and even parents who want to better understand the way their children process and retain information.