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Bailey, Donald B., Jr.; And Others – Journal of the Division for Early Childhood, 1986
The article describes a functional model for assessing family needs, specifying family goals, implementing family services, and evaluating effectiveness. The model draws on the "goodness-of-fit" concept to individualize family services to optimize the "fit" between family, child, and services provided. (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Family Programs, Intervention
Toole, Amy L.; And Others – Journal of the Division for Early Childhood, 1986
The C.A.S.E. model (Conceptualization, Acquisition, Staff Development, and Evaluation) provides a management model for introducing computers into a preschool program for handicapped children over a period of 4 years. Each of the four model components are described and practical applications provided. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Disabilities, Educational Innovation, Management Systems
McDonnell, Andrea; Hardman, Michael – Journal of the Division for Early Childhood, 1988
The paper provides a synthesis of "best practices" from the field of disability, which can be applied to develop exemplary early childhood special education programs. Exemplary programs are determined to be those providing services that are integrated, comprehensive, normalized, adaptable, peer- and family-referenced, and outcome-based.…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Disabilities, Educational Practices, Integrated Activities
Dunlap, Glen; And Others – Journal of the Division for Early Childhood, 1988
This paper describes a center- and community-based training program for autistic preschool-aged children, their families, and community-based service providers in a traditionally underserved section of Appalachia. The program's team training approach focuses on early identification, comprehensive assessment, intensive individualized training,…
Descriptors: Autism, Community Involvement, Community Services, Delivery Systems
