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Evaluating Assistive Technology in the Education of Persons with Severe Disabilities
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Reichle, Joe – Journal of Behavioral Education, 2011
This commentary includes a brief discussion of issues raised by the articles and systematic review contained in this special issue addressing technology applications for persons with severe developmental disabilities. Topical areas include a discussion of: (1) a need to compare "high tech" with "low tech" applications, (2) procedural fidelity, (3)…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Behavior Disorders
Comprehensive Evaluation of Programs for Exceptional Children: Summary and Future Directions.
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Reitz, Andrew L. – Education and Treatment of Children, 1985
The paper presents a definition of program evaluation for behavior disordered students and summarizes the previous four papers on describing clients, natural environments, treatment processes, and outcomes. Areas for future emphasis are noted. (CL)
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Models
Development of a Continuum of Services for Children and Adults with Autism and Other Severe Behavior Disorders.
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Luce, Stephen C.; And Others – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1992
Key elements of a continuum of services for individuals with autism and other severe behavior disorders are described, focusing on development of a strong central organization; funding; staff recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation; program evaluation; outreach parent training; home-based early intervention; vocational training;…
Descriptors: Adults, Autism, Behavior Disorders, Children
Conducting Social Competence Research: Considering Conceptual Frameworks.
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Smith, Stephen W.; Travis, Penny C. – Behavioral Disorders, 2001
This article examines the social skills training research-to-practice process and argues that a logical and attendant line of rigorous study is lacking. Areas of social inquiry are drawn from to discuss the need for conceptual frameworks to guide investigation and offer a way for research to be designed and interpreted. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Disturbances, Interpersonal Competence
Overview of the National Evaluation of the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children and Their Families Program.
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Holden, E. Wayne; Friedman, Robert M.; Santiago, Rolando L. – Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 2001
This introductory article provides an overview of the national evaluation conducted within the original 22 grantee communities funded from 1993 to 1999. The history and underlying foundations of the evaluation are presented. Specific evaluation questions and components are outlined, and issues that evolved out of the evaluation process are…
Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Disorders, Children, Emotional Disturbances
Preparation of Personnel for Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders: Perspectives on a Research Foundation for Future Practice.
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Whelan, Richard J.; Simpson, Richard L. – Behavioral Disorders, 1996
Addresses research-based issues related to preparing teachers and other professionals to work with children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders. Discussion includes an identification of basic personnel preparation questions to be addressed, components of an effective training program, steps for establishing program effectiveness, and…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Disturbances, Postsecondary Education
Commentary on the Special Issue on the National Evaluation of the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children and Their Families Program.
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Burns, Barbara J. – Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 2001
This commentary summarizes findings from previous articles on system-of-care mental health programs for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. It addresses characteristics of participating children and families, system measurement system development, costs and sustainability, and family participation in program…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Disorders, Children, Data Collection
Lessons Learned from Evaluating Residential Child Care Programs.
Ameen, Christine A. – 1986
Program evaluation guidelines are drawn from experience evaluating residential child-care programs at the Starr Commonwealth Schools (Michigan). Delinquent and behaviorally disadvantaged youth participate in treatment based on the Psychoeducational Model (Brendtro and Ness), including full-time school, service learning projects, physical education…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Disorders, Behavioral Objectives, Delinquent Rehabilitation