William N. Bender began his career by teaching eighth- and ninth-grade students in the public schools. Since he has been in higher education, he has published over 60 research articles and eleven books in special education and education. He specializes in instructional strategies and disciplinary strategies for all students-particularly students with disabilities such as learning disabilities-emotional disturbance, and attention disorders in the general education classroom. Bender is recognized as a national leader on instructional tactics, as well as in distance education. His combination of