This paper proposes that research on a constructivist approach for students with disabilities should emphasize specific instructional and assessment practices, as opposed to broad educational ideologies. The value of a particular instructional or assessment practice (such as constructivism) is probably dependent upon context and learner…

Suggests that, in applying the consultation model to the special educational needs of students in regular classes, little is known about the extent to which regular teachers actually implement recommended interventions following consultation. Proposes research on the relationship between consultation and intervention implementation and addresses…

This directory provides abstracts of 236 current research projects funded by the Division of Innovation and Development, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education. Abstracts are grouped into the following 10 topical sections: (1) assessment and evaluation; (2) cultural differences; (3) infants, young children, and…