Describes assessment strategies for individuals with disabilities: direct observation, sociometric measurements, attitude assessment instruments, probes, and expressive attitude assessment techniques. Suggests that the assessment strategy selected is dependent upon the aspect of attitudes to be examined. Suggests multimethod strategies based upon…

A handicapped student's success in school is determined by attitudes displayed by that student's peers. Steps should be taken to alter negative attitudes. The school counselor can play a vital role in creating positive attitudes toward handicapped students by working with students in the classroom or in small groups. (Author/BEF)

Lists books dealing with the more prevalent handicaps of mainstreamed children: visual handicaps, speech handicaps, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, auditory handicaps, intellectual impairments, and orthopedic handicaps. Recommends books for use from preschool to level three to expose children early and influence their attitudes…