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Peer reviewedObiakor, F. E.; Stile, S. W. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1989
The self-concepts of 61 visually impaired students in grades 6 to 8 were tested with the "Student's Self-Assessment Inventory: Visually Impaired Form." Results demonstrate the area-specific nature of self-concept in visually impaired students. A sample individualized education program demonstrates enhancement of self-concept through focusing on…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Individualized Education Programs, Intermediate Grades, Intervention
Mei, Dolores M.; And Others – 1985
The Mastery Learning (ML) program in New York City high schools allows teachers to divide course curriculum for English, science and social studies into small learning units which pupils master at their own speed. After a number of units have been completed, summative tests are given. Program goals include better attendance, achievement, and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attendance, Classroom Techniques, English Instruction
Direct linkDuggan, Diane; Dawson, Carol A. – Reclaiming Children and Youth: The Journal of Strength-based Interventions, 2004
How does the nation's largest urban public school district address the complex behavior management requirements of its special education students? This article reviews the positive behavior support system in the New York City schools. It delineates the major components of an urban special education public school district's positive behavior…
Descriptors: Individualized Education Programs, Behavior Modification, Special Education, Urban Schools
