Sexuality Education for Students with Disabilities - (Special Education Law, Policy, and Practice) (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Through a disability studies lens, this book considers the historical, legal, and ethical implications of sexuality education for people with disabilities.
- About the Author: Thomas C. Gibbon is associate professor and chair of the Educational Leadership and Special Education Department at Shippensburg University.
- 286 Pages
- Education, Special Education
- Series Name: Special Education Law, Policy, and Practice
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About the Book
Through a disability studies lens, this book considers the historical, legal, and ethical implications of sexuality education for people with disabilities. Authors Gibbon, Monaco, and Bateman discuss the roles of family, culture, entertainment, education, and social media as t...Book Synopsis
Through a disability studies lens, this book considers the historical, legal, and ethical implications of sexuality education for people with disabilities. Authors Gibbon, Monaco, and Bateman discuss the roles of family, culture, entertainment, education, and social media as they relate to sexuality education.
Review Quotes
A comprehensive approach to educating students with disabilities about sexuality, relationships, and consent. The overall approach is admirable in its breadth and depth as well as being evidenced-based at every level.
Sexuality education is a highly important and relevant topic. The authorsare applauded for their continued contributions to the special education literature.
About the Author
Thomas C. Gibbon is associate professor and chair of the Educational Leadership and Special Education Department at Shippensburg University. In addition to teaching, he coordinates a school-to-work partnership between local school districts and the university for high school students with disabilities.
Elizabeth A. Harkins Monaco is assistant professor of special education and disability studies at William Paterson University. With over fifteen years' experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, she studies the critical importance of social justice pedagogy alongside educational excellence for all students.
David F. Bateman is professor of special education at Shippensburg University. He is a former classroom teacher and a former due process hearings officer.
