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Porretta, David L.; And Others – Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 1996
Agencies (n=117) providing services to individuals with disabilities were surveyed regarding professional terminology, philosophy, programs, and perceptions of Special Olympics. Results suggest that Special Olympics should place more emphasis on inclusion opportunities and provide opportunities for a wider variety of individuals with disabilities…
Descriptors: Athletics, Attitudes, Delivery Systems, Disabilities
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Gemell-Crosby, Susan; Hanzlik, Jodie Redditi – Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 1994
Analysis of questionnaire responses from 71 preschool teachers found that the more satisfied teachers were with the level of support and training they received regarding inclusion of children with disabilities, the more positive were their attitudes toward the inclusion concept. Self-perceptions of competency were also related to positive…
Descriptors: Competence, Disabilities, Inclusive Schools, Mainstreaming
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Hamre-Nietupski, Susan; And Others – Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 1994
This survey found that regular education teachers (n=312) felt that friendships between students with and without disabilities are possible, should be facilitated by adults, and are beneficial to all students. The survey also identified educational settings in which friendship, functional life skill, and academic skill development were most likely…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Classroom Techniques, Daily Living Skills, Disabilities