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Nathanson, Jeanne H., Ed. – OSERS News in Print, 1992
This serial issue features articles on the theme of empowering people with disabilities. First, there is a message from the Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services' Assistant Secretary, Robert R. Davila. Next, "Empowerment: Dependence versus Independence," by Frank G. Bowe, stresses the need for…
Descriptors: Athletics, Change Strategies, Classroom Environment, Community Programs
Riddell, Sheila; And Others – 1992
A project that sought to describe current policies and practices for the recognition, identification, assessment, and provision for the needs of Scottish children with specific learning difficulties associated with literacy is described. Other aims were: to identify criteria used to judge the effectiveness of different approaches; to report on how…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Disability Identification, Dyslexia, Educational Methods
Michigan State Dept. of Education, Lansing. – 1992
This document is designed to assist physical education teachers to design curricula which can help students with learning disabilities, emotional impairments, and educable mental impairments achieve Michigan's essential goals and objectives for physical education. Chapter I discusses legal mandates, terminology, movement characteristics of the…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Eligibility
Jordan, Nancy C., Ed.; Goldsmith-Phillips, Josephine, Ed. – 1994
This collection of original papers synthesizes research on learning disabilities in school-age children, with the theme of connecting learning disabilities research with assessment and practice. The volume begins with a paper by Howard S. Adelman titled "Learning Disabilities: On Interpreting Research Translations." Part I of the…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Attribution Theory, Cognitive Processes, Consultation Programs
California State Postsecondary Education Commission, Sacramento. – 1990
Under legislative mandate, the Chancellor's Office of the California Community Colleges (CCC) was directed to report to the California Postsecondary Education Commission (CPEC) on the number, ethnicity, gender, disability, and age of individuals receiving services as learning disabled (LD) students during each academic year from 1987-88 through…
Descriptors: Age, Ancillary School Services, Bias, Community Colleges
Becker, Evelyn Z.; McCormick, Sandra – 1991
This review examines all data-based ecologically valid studies published in "Learning Disability Quarterly" or "Journal of Learning Disabilities" that addressed reading instruction and were published from 1980 to 1990. It first looks at studies focusing on comprehension, including such reader factors as prior knowledge, metacognition, and visual…
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Grouping (Instructional Purposes)
Cooper, David H.; Speece, Deborah L. – 1989
This report presents four studies summarizing results of Project SEARCH, which attempted to identify characteristics of children at risk, apply risk analysis procedures, and identify effective educational practices. The first study examined the presence or absence of risk factors in 25 first graders (and 10 controls) referred by their teachers to…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, At Risk Persons, Delivery Systems, Educational Methods
Milota, Cathy; And Others – 1991
This resource guide presents general information about disabilities and summaries of relevant federal laws. A question-and-answer format is used to highlight key features of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142, reauthorized in 1990 as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act); Section 504 of the Rehabilitation…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Autism, Disabilities, Educational Legislation
Barretti, Michael R. – 1993
This practicum was designed to develop transition skills of students with learning disabilities into the community college through a support services program designed to enhance academic and social competencies. A series of instructional sessions (24 hourly sessions) were held separately with 10 first semester college students and 10 graduating…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cognitive Style, College Freshmen, Community Colleges
Bender, William N., Ed. – 1993
This book is written to assist the reader in understanding current thinking in the field of learning disabilities (LD), as well as current practices in that field. Part I describes the characteristics typically associated with LD, and includes the following chapters: "Neurological Basis of Learning Disabilities" (Richard M. Marshall and George W.…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Cognitive Psychology, Daily Living Skills, Disability Identification
Evaluation and Training Inst., Los Angeles, CA. – 1991
This Vocational Education Resource Package (VERP) was developed to provide materials useful in replicating an exemplary vocational education program for special student populations in the California Community Colleges. This VERP provides information on the High Tech Center for disabled students. Part I is a general overview of the VERP project,…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Community Colleges, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Glen, Sally; McCoy, Youlonda – 1980
The second of three training modules for paraprofessionals working with handicapped children, this manual presents information relevant to paraprofessionals in community colleges, public schools, and child care settings. The module is intended for those with some experience and/or education regarding special needs children. The first of two major…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Disturbances
Educational Service Unit #9, Hastings, NE. – 1983
The handbook provides rural school administrators and teachers with information concerning a vocational service delivery model for mentally retarded, learning disabled, and behaviorally impaired youth in Nebraska. The handbook describes the program's background, goals, implementation, and development. It also describes the central role of…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Career Exploration, Cooperative Programs, Delivery Systems
Moore, Cory; And Others – 1983
Intended for parents of children with disabilities, the guide lists and provides information on helpful books. Part I presents annotations on books relevant to all disabilities. Topics covered include personal accounts, early intervention at home, special education rights, and disabled adults. Part II focuses on specific disabilities: autism,…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Annotated Bibliographies, Attitudes, Behavior Modification
Lee, Mimi; Mueler, Toni – 1989
An overview is provided of the support services and special activities provided by Grossmont College's Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). Following introductory material on the philosophy and objectives of the DSPS, the report describes the methods used to identify the instructional development and support needs of DSPS students during…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Ancillary School Services, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Communication Disorders
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