Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Technical Assistance and Dissemination (TA&D) Program is the U.S. Department of Education's (ED) primary vehicle for providing technical assistance (TA) to individuals and organizations responsible for serving children with disabilities and their families. The evaluation is part…

This report addresses the reporting requirements of Public Law 26-26 and the provisions of "No Child Left Behind" ("NCLB") as described in the Guam Department of Education Board adopted "District Action Plan" ("DAP"). Public Law 26-26, Section 3106 states that "No later than thirty (30) days following…

This report addresses the reporting requirements of Public Law 26-26 and the provisions of "No Child Left Behind" ("NCLB") as described in the Guam Department of Education Board adopted "District Action Plan" ("DAP"). Public Law 26-26, Section 3106 states that "No later than thirty (30) days following…

This report addresses the reporting requirements of Public Law 26-26 and the provisions of "No Child Left Behind" ("NCLB") as described in the Guam Department of Education Board adopted "District Action Plan" ("DAP"). Public Law 26-26, Section 3106 states that "No later than thirty (30) days following…

Special Olympics programs have done much to help in the normalization of retarded and disabled individuals. This article suggests problems in the program that tend to label all retarded people as "kids." Ideas for placing a greater emphasis on normalization are discussed. (DF)

The empirical research on the economics of early educational intervention for handicapped children is reviewed and critically assessed. Analysis of 16 research reports shows that few methodologically sound economic studies have been conducted, and statements that early intervention is cost effective cannot be empirically substantiated. (Author/JDD)

The Montgomery County Public Schools, (MCPS), Maryland, annually surveys its graduating classes to help determine whether MCPS adequately prepares its graduates. This is the first follow-up study of MCPS's 10 special education schools' graduates (class of 1983). It investigates: (1) postsecondary education and employment activities; (2) students'…

This annotated resource list describing 21 publications and 7 organizations supports the provision of supplementary services of special populations required by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act. The focus of the publications and organizations is on effective practices for disadvantaged, disabled, limited English…

This report evaluates the special education instructional programs of the Des Moines (Iowa) Public Schools. It begins with a school district mission statement and special education mission statement. The report examines Des Moines' history of serving students with disabilities, its policies and regulations, enrollment by disability, and types of…

A study examined the impact of specialized, residential camp programs on children and youth with disabilities. Case studies were used to describe the real-life context of program effects and to explore various effects in situations where there may be no clear, single set of outcomes for all participants. Fifteen specialized residential summer camp…

Evaluation of the 5-week Chinle Agency (Bureau of Indian Affairs) Summer Special Education Program for participating elementary teachers reflected the strengths and weaknesses of the program, which served 43 eligible Navajo students and classroom teachers and teacher aides for some length of time, and presented 20 recommendations. Evaluation…

This monograph provides a descriptive analysis of five grant programs funded by the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) in 1984. The programs were designed to stimulate the improvement and development of programs for secondary special education and to strengthen and coordinate education, training, and related services…

This annotated resource list supports coordination and collaboration between vocational and JTPA (Job Training Partnership Act) programs to increase the effectiveness of programs serving special needs populations. Nineteen publications, six programs, and four organizations are described. The items listed were published during 1988-1991. In…

This annotated resource list describing 20 publications, 2 public/private initiatives, 6 information centers, and 5 public/private organizations is intended to help forge new partnerships between vocational education and businesses to serve special populations. The items listed were published during 1988-1992. In addition to a description of the…

Student services and special programs within the California Community Colleges (CCC) are designed to enhance student equity, access, retention, persistence toward goal completion, and successful educational outcomes. The special programs and services within the CCC which serve targeted and diverse student populations are Extended Opportunity…