Quality Instruction and Intervention Strategies for Secondary Educators offers a summary of evidence-based instruction followed by the most up-to-date empirically validated interventions for students with and at risk for disabilities in grades 6–12. Featuring key questions, case studies, essential vocabulary, and tools that can be used in the classroom, this practical text is ideal for pre- and in-service teachers. After reading this book, general and special educators alike will be able to describe the components of effective instruction and intervention in each of the content areas (reading, mathematics, writing, science, and social studies), access empirically validated materials, and locate resources for continued learning “Hott and colleagues have a clear message repeated throughout this wonderful collection―that instruction matters. We too often pay attention to compliance and placement, and what this resource reminds us (repeatedly) is that actual instruction to the students is what we really need to focus on. Great collection of chapters on all too forgotten students: secondary. Instruction really matters. Thanks to the authors for refocusing our attention to this.” ―David F. Bateman, American Institutes for Research “Dr. Hott has assembled a group of experts in the field of education. Through their knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning, they have written a book that aids both general and special educators in meeting the needs of all secondary students. With an easy-to-read format, this book provides teachers with practical solutions for implementing evidence-based instructional methods in the classroom. Quality Instruction and Intervention Strategies for Secondary Educators is a must-have on the bookshelf of all secondary teachers!” ―Marla J. Lohmann, author of The Teacher's Guide to Action Research for Special Education in PK–12 Classrooms “We know that children are not simply miniature adults and that adolescents are not simply large children. The challenges and abilities of adolescents are as different from younger children as the secondary curriculum is from the elementary curriculum. Dr. Hott’s edited book is an excellent resource for teachers supporting adolescents with disabilities in the general education curriculum. Like many secondary school special education teachers, I was trained as an elementary teacher and then assigned to a high school. I wish that this text had been available to me. The clear explanations of powerful and evidence-based practices would have helped me in the same way that it will benefit most beginning and many experienced special educators.” ―Frederick J. Brigham, George Mason University “This book steps outside the mold of the traditional textbook and engages the reader in a new, fresh way with case studies. The layout of chapters provides important background information followed by practical application, all based in research, which is a format appealing to professionals in both general and special education. The contributors have adopted a practical, research-based approach that will enhance educator's classroom practice, which could lead to improved outcomes for students with disabilities.” ―Ruby L. Owiny, Minnesota State University, Mankato; past president of the Teacher Education Division of CEC “This book's approach of using content experts and special educators to work together is a creative and highly needed approach to instruction of students with special needs. We talk inclusion and collaboration but often do not do this in higher education. This text shows how these two areas can be put into practice.” ―Robin Brewer, University of Northern Colorado “Quality Instruction and Intervention Strategies for Secondary Educators is a must-read for pre-service secondary educators, middle school and high school administrators, and all secondary educators. Now, more than ever, educators need a resource like this to guide the planning and refinement of their pedagogy. The authors unpack the current research on effective, quality instruction and intervention for all students across a variety of disciplines. The chapters provide practical examples educators can implement immediately.” ―Heather Haynes Smith, Trinity University “I am highly impressed with Quality Instruction and Intervention Strategies for Secondary Educators. This uniquely targeted book delivers innovative perspectives on research-based instruction and interventions for secondary general education classrooms. It provides deep and thoughtful coverage of focused approaches for supporting diverse learners, especially those that struggle in inclusive settings. You will find that the text guides readers between effective instruction and essential interventions. This book is a must-read for all secondary educators.” ―Todd Sundeen, University of Northern Colorado “Dr. Hott has done it again. She has produced an excellent resource for secondary educators across all the core subject areas