The SAGE Handbook of Dyslexia

Linda Siegel editor Gavin Reid editor Angela Fawcett editor Frank Manis editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

Published:3rd Dec '08

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

The SAGE Handbook of Dyslexia cover

The SAGE Handbook of Dyslexia is a comprehensive overview of a complex field. It is a rich, critical assessment of past and present theory and current research, which also looks to the future. The editors have brought together key figures from the international academic world - both researchers and practitioners - to examine the relationships between theoretical paradigms, research and practice, and to map new areas of research.

The book has 5 main sections:

- neurological/genetic perspectives

- cognitive and learning perspectives

- educational influences

- beyond school

- international perspectives.

′This handbook has been produced to provide the most relevant and recent studies, debates and practices in the field of dyslexia and it includes information from the cutting edge of both research and practice...The style of each chapter varies according to its author; however the overall tone of the book is straightforward and accessible to the non-academic...This is an invaluable book for specialists working in the field of dyslexia and for students working towards specialist qualifications′ -
Patoss Bulletin

ISBN: 9781412945134

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1100g

528 pages