A model for evaluating the progress of handicapped children in resource settings is proposed, and results of field testing the model in elementary and junior high school resource rooms are presented. It is explained that the evaluation model was designed to meet the requirements of P.L. 94-142, The Education for All Handicapped Children Act of…

Discusses the multidisciplinary team--comprised of individuals who represent various disciplines that contribute to the assessment process--and its relation to the implementation of the "least restrictive environment" for special-needs children required by Public Law 94-142. Describes the University of Florida Multidisciplinary…

Central Middle School in Newark, Delaware, is implementing PL 94-142 through its SCAPE program, which provides heterogeneous grouping, team teaching, and individualized instruction. The program is coordinated by a resource teacher who plans student placements and works regularly with each classroom teacher. (SJL)

This feasibility study was conducted to determine the appropriateness and viability of developing a video-based training program to assist music educators in mainstreaming students with disabilities into general music classes. Following an introduction, the report is organized into five chapters: (1) Mainstreaming and Music Education, which…

Intended for junior high school learning disability resource teachers and other staff personnel, the handbook provides information on selecting and scheduling students into resource programs, establishing a resource room, developing and implementing curriculum for learning disability (LD) students, reporting the progress of students, and listing…