Successful collaboration and problem solving are the foundational processes on which meaningful transition plans are constructed. This article discusses the process of planning for the transition from school to adult life for students with disabilities and suggests that person-centered planning is an ideal vehicle for promoting collaboration and…

Ninety-two parents of disabled infants and preschoolers were surveyed to identify parents' concerns regarding their children's transition into San Francisco public preschool special education programs and to determine what information and services were most helpful. Parent concerns included lack of information about school district services and…

Examines the educational policies and recent legislation concerning special education students in countries belonging to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The OECD consists mostly of Western industrialized nations and Japan. Includes an overview of programs and resources, as well as several tables of statistical…