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Zigler, Edward; Styfco, Sally J. – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 2000
This article recounts the experiences of a pioneer of the Head Start program, a program developed to provide disadvantaged young children with school readiness skills. Influences in the early development of the program are discussed, along with program challenges. The need for standardized performance measures and program evaluation is urged. (CR)
Descriptors: Educational History, Educational Philosophy, High Risk Students, Program Design

Trohanis, Pascal Louis – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 1994
This article offers guidelines for designing inservice education for personnel working with young children with disabilities and their families. Discussion covers definitions, assumptions, support and start up, initial planning, program design, evaluation, implementation, and follow-up. It identifies special considerations and circumstances…
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Family Programs