A survey of slow learner education in state secondary schools was conducted in Auckland and North Auckland, New Zealand. Thirty-five schools containing 30,787 pupils replied to the questionnaire which covered the following areas: assessment prior to placement, educational objectives, identification methods, special classes, teaching groups,…

The manual contains a survey of literature on the resource room approach to mainstreaming for educable mentally retarded children. Intended to facilitate educational planning in New Jersey, the manual reviews research on such topics as the historical development of special education services; admissions procedures; the impact of judicial decisions…

Described are schools, classes, programs, and services provided by the Los Angeles Unified School District for children with special physical and educational needs. Section I contains a general description of the Division of Special Education and organizations for parents, a chart of organization within the division, and a map indicating the…

Provided are guidelines for the development of individualized education programs (IEPs) for handicapped, gifted, and talented children, designed to comply with the proposed Pennsylvania Special Education Standards. Chapters cover the following topics: instructional components of the IEP (including determination of present educational levels,…