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Consulting Description: Differentiated Instruction
Consulting Description: Math
Consulting Description: Project-Based Learning
Consulting Description: RTI
Consulting Description: Technology
William N. Bender began his career by teaching eighth- and ninth-grade students in the public schools. He worked in higher education for 28 years and published over 60 research articles and 24 books in education. He specializes in instructional strategies for all students and is recognized as a national leader on instructional tactics, response to intervention, and differentiated instruction. Dr. Bender believes his job is to inform audiences across the nation of innovative, up to date information, based on current applied research. Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of North Carolina and currently consults with schools and districts in the United States and Canada.
"William Bender has provided a strong basis for developing the understanding of differentiating instruction that can be used by new and experienced teachers in general and special education." (David M. Sable, Director of Special Education 2006-12-14)
"In light of the rules and changes mandated by No Child Left Behind, the book certainly makes a valuable contribution to the field. NCLB has resulted in ever increasing numbers of students with learning disabilities being educated in the general education classroom. For these students to reach their full potential, teachers must be able to use multiple avenues to reach, teach, and assess students." (Patricia McCoy DeLancey, Special Educator 2006-12-14)
"The book′s format is user-friendly, a definite plus for teachers who are short on time and are looking for ways to enhance their teaching." (Eloisa E. Alfonso, Exceptional Student Educator 2006-12-14)
"A cornucopia of research-based, teacher-tested strategies that promise to engage students with a wide range of abilities such as we find in today′s classrooms. The tips, strategies, and ideas will help teachers solve one of their most perplexing problems: raising the academic performance of students with learning difficulties. This book is a must-have for your teacher toolbox." (Jim Grant, Executive Director 2007-01-24)
"Both general and special education teachers and college-level collections catering to them will find this second edition essential." (California Bookwatch, October 2007 2007-11-07)