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Category of Disability, Specialisation and Pedagogy – Complete Guide PDF for Special Education & TET/CTET

Prepare confidently for B.Ed Special Education, RCI exams, and teaching eligibility tests with this exam-focused PDF covering Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Hearing Impairment, Learning Disability, Curriculum, IEP, UDL and interventions in a simple, teacher-friendly style. ​

Download a professionally written Special Education guide PDF aligned with RCI syllabus and NEP 2020, covering ASD, Hearing Impairment, Learning Disability, curriculum, IEP, RTI/MTSS and evidence-based classroom interventions with clear headings and exam-oriented points. Ideal for B.Ed Spl.Ed, TET/CTET, DSC/TET (state) and inclusive education practitioners. ​

One PDF for ASD, Hearing Impairment & Learning Disability – Concept to Classroom Practice

This PDF ebook from ExamChamps.in gives you chapter-wise, exam-ready notes on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disability, Hearing Impairment, curriculum design, IEP, UDL, RTI/MTSS and interventions in reading, writing and mathematics. ​
Each chapter is written in simple language with clear bullets, headings, tables and definitions, so you can quickly revise for competitive exams and also use it for real classroom planning. ​

• Medium: Simple English, teacher-friendly
• Format: Downloadable PDF (instant access after payment)
• Ideal for: B.Ed Spl.Ed (RCI), TET/CTET, special educators, inclusive school teachers, psychology students

What You Will Get Inside This PDF

1. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Historical background, DSM‑5 and ICD‑11 definitions of ASD. ​
• Core features: social communication, restricted and repetitive behaviours, sensory issues, spectrum concept and levels of support (Level 1–3). ​
• Prevalence data, myths and misconceptions, current understanding of genetic, environmental and neurodevelopmental causes. ​
• Impact on family life (parents and siblings), rights of children with ASD (UNCRPD, RPwD Act, RCI role). ​
• Importance of early identification, screening tools (e.g., M‑CHAT‑RF) and evidence-based early interventions. ​

2. Hearing Impairment – Intervention, Curriculum & Family Support

• Early intervention for hearing loss: need within 0–6 months, family‑centred principles and multidisciplinary team work. ​
• Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT), auditory training, speech reading, speech intervention, and inclusive classroom strategies. ​
• Curriculum adaptation, evaluation and educational interventions for children with hearing impairment in inclusive schools. ​
• Assistive technology: hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM/DM systems, classroom acoustics, captioning, AAC, apps, AVT‑linked tools. ​
• Psychosocial aspects, family needs and empowerment, community support networks and parent training programmes. ​

3. Learning Disability (LD)

• Concept, evolution and historical background of LD; shift from “word blindness” to specific learning disorders. ​
• Definitions (IDEA, DSM‑5), key characteristics, diagnostic criteria and distinction between LD, intellectual disability and slow learning. ​
• Etiology and risk factors: biological, neurological, genetic, environmental, perinatal and postnatal influences. ​
• Prevalence and identification in school settings, red flags, assessment domains. ​

4. Assessment and Educational Planning

• Assessment of cognition, academic achievement (reading, writing, maths), language and communication for LD. ​
• IEP development, short‑term objectives vs long‑term goals, report cards and progress reporting in inclusive settings. ​
• RTI / MTSS framework, evidence‑based practices and data‑driven decision making in schools. ​

5. Curriculum, IEP, UDL and Classroom Practice

• Curriculum hierarchies, task analysis, sequencing skills from simple to complex. ​
• Vertical and horizontal curriculum organisation, child‑centred and need‑based curriculum, individualisation and flexibility. ​
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles (multiple means of engagement, representation, action and expression) with clear exam points. ​
• Adaptation, modification and accommodation: concepts, need and examples for MCQ and case-based questions. ​
• Lesson planning for inclusive and special classrooms with UDL, differentiation and assessment ideas. ​

6. Interventions in Specific Curricular Areas

• Reading interventions: phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension strategies. ​
• Writing interventions: handwriting and fine motor support, spelling strategies, written expression (planning, drafting, revising) and graphic organisers. ​
• Mathematics interventions: number sense, basic operations, word/problem‑solving strategies and schema‑based teaching. ​

Who Should Buy This PDF?

This PDF is designed for:

• B.Ed Special Education (RCI) students – for units on ASD, LD, HI, curriculum, IEP, technology, psychosocial aspects.
• TET/CTET/state TET/DSC aspirants – Child Development & Pedagogy, Inclusive Education, Special Needs sections.
• Special educators and inclusive school teachers who want ready classroom strategies (reading, writing, maths, behaviour).
• School counsellors, resource teachers and B.Ed/M.Ed students needing clear, updated notes with exam and practice focus. ​

Key Features (Bullet Points for Sales Highlights)

• RCI‑aligned, NEP‑aligned content with competitive exam focus. ​
• Clear headings, sub‑headings, definitions, tables and bullet points suitable for quick revision.
• Covers ASD, Hearing Impairment, Learning Disability, Curriculum & IEP, RTI/MTSS, UDL, Assistive Technology, Psychosocial & Family Support in one PDF. ​
• Suitable for descriptive answers, MCQs and case‑based questions.
• Useful both as exam notes and as practical reference for inclusive classrooms.

“All content is originally prepared for ExamChamps.in, based on current international and Indian frameworks (DSM‑5, ICD‑11, UNCRPD, RPwD Act, NEP 2020) and updated evidence‑based practices.” ​