Takes a non-categorical approach for students with low-incidence and high-incidence disabilities (Chs. 5-6).   Includes information on the 1997 reauthorization of IDEA and other recent court rulings.   Has strong, integrated coverage of collaboration - Marilyn Friend is an expert on the subject (Chapter 3).   Offers numerous teaching strategies throughout the text.   Places strong emphasis on working with parents and families.   Technology notes are integrated throughout with relevant websites included.