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Odom, Samuel L.; Cox, Ann W.; Brock, Matthew E. – Exceptional Children, 2013
The increased prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has intensified the need for high-quality special education services designed for children and youth with ASD and their families. Implementation science provides guidance for moving innovation, such as utilizing evidence- based practices for students with ASD, into regular practice in…
Descriptors: Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism, Incidence, Special Education
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Halpern, Robert – Exceptional Children, 1982
Among findings of a study involving families of nine handicapped children (6-11 years old) were that districts have expanded the evaluation and planning process for students, with a broader base of evaluation information taken into account, and that aspects of the least restrictive environment remain problematic. (CL)
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Disabilities, Family Involvement, Mainstreaming
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Thompson, Lyke; Lobb, Christian; Elling, Richard; Herman, Sandra; Jurkiewicz, Ted; Hulleza, Charito – Exceptional Children, 1997
Analysis of data from 270 families participating in Michigan's "Early On" (Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) program suggests two paths for empowering families: (1) implementation of program components via a family-centered framework or (2) family-centered delivery to build a family support network. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Empowerment