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Bruininks, Robert H. – 1987
The project sought to clarify the nature and structure of adaptive functioning and to address methodological issues in its assessment, in order to improve placement, evaluation, and instructional decision-making related to adaptive functioning. Project components included: (1) exploration of the structure of adaptive behavior; (2) comparison of…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Influences

Cohen, Howard G. – Child & Youth Services, 1988
Traces the conceptual origins of adaptive behavior of handicapped people, from state residential institutions to its role in the complex process of community integration. Measurement instruments are reviewed. Measurement, conceptual, and methodological issues are discussed. (Author/BJV)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Daily Living Skills, Disabilities