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Gehrke, Rebecca Swanson; McCoy, Kathleen – New Educator, 2012
A methodical review of the literature revealed that, although similarities exist, the needs of beginning special educators differ significantly from those of the general population of beginning teachers in the following areas: procedural information, curriculum and instruction, classroom management, and collegial interactions. The article reminds…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Special Education Teachers, Beginning Teachers, Beginning Teacher Induction
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Mesibov, Laurie L. – School Law Bulletin, 1994
Highlights four themes of special education: (1) role of the federal government; (2) mandatory collaboration among professionals; (3) mandatory tailoring of the child's educational program; and (4) parent involvement. Cites South Carolina legislation and discusses the extension of the principles of special education to regular education. (MLF)
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Gaston, Caroline – 2001
The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) and the Policymaker Partnership (PMP) of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education have joined together to consider challenges and opportunities for coordinating special and compensatory education among states, districts, and schools. As part of this effort toward increasing…
Descriptors: Administrative Change, Agency Cooperation, Change Strategies, Compensatory Education
American Occupational Therapy Association, Rockville, MD. – 1997
This handbook is designed to provide registered occupational therapists and certified occupational therapy assistants with guidance in serving children with disabilities and their families under the auspices of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The first chapter provides an overview of provisions in the Individuals with…
Descriptors: Cooperation, Delivery Systems, Early Intervention, Educational Environment