TY  - BOOK
AU  - Collins,Belva C.
TI  - Eight paths to leadership: a guide for special educators 
SN  - 9781681251714
PY  - 2018///]
CY  - Baltimore, Maryland
PB  - Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
KW  - Special education teachers
KW  - Professional relationships
KW  - Educational leadership
KW  - Special education
KW  - Administration
KW  - Children with disabilities
KW  - Education
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (pages 149-162) and index; Make data-based decisions -- Effect schoolwide change -- Mentor others -- Conduct professional development and consultations -- Work effectively with families -- Support students during transitions -- Advocate for students -- Connect with disability-related organizations
N2  - "Because of their expertise in working with children with disabilities, special education teachers are often propelled into leadership roles in their schools, districts, and communities. Leadership in Special Education will provide special educators with the rationale for embracing a leadership role in their profession along with the guidelines and skill set needed to achieve this goal. Through this book, special education teachers will learn how to conduct classroom research, mentor and provide consultation and professional development to other educators, work effectively with families, advocate for special education issues locally and at the state and national levels, actively participate in disability-related organizations, and more. Each chapter of the book includes interviews with real special education leaders who offer strategies and advice. Other features include reflection questions prompting teachers to reflect on their leadership potential and a list of further resources"--
ER  -