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Person-Centered Planning: Strategies to Encourage Participation and Facilitate Communication
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Wells, Jenny C.; Sheehey, Patricia H. – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2012
Person-centered planning is a process that allows individuals, family members, and friends an opportunity to share information to develop a personal profile and a future vision for an individual. This article describes strategies and technology that teachers can use to promote parents' participation and facilitate communication while maintaining…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Integrity, Change Strategies, Parent Participation
Adolescence: A Period of Transition
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Landmark, Leena Jo; Geye, Trina – Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals, 2014
Because of the important role secondary special educators have in the transition to adulthood of adolescents with disabilities, it behooves educators to have an understanding of human development. The lifespan perspective on human development is particularly relevant to transition planning. Individuals with a lifespan perspective believe…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Special Education, Special Education Teachers, Teacher Role
The Self-Determination Focus of Transition Goals for Students with Mental Retardation.
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Wehmeyer, Michael L.; Schwartz, Michelle – Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 1998
This study involved a content analysis of the transition goals of 136 students (mean age 17) with mental retardation for those which addressed skills related to self-determination. Results indicated very limited emphasis on such skills. Discussion focuses on the need to provide systematic instruction in elements of self-determination to students…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, High Schools, Individual Development, Individualized Education Programs
A Rural-Based Transition Model for Students with Learning Disabilities: A Demonstration.
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Rojewski, Jay W. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1989
The Central Nebraska Goodwill Industries Transition Model is a process initiated during the freshman year of high school. Involvement begins with assessment/evaluation activities culminating in development of a transition planning component to the Individualized Education Plan. The model includes development of a regional transition advisory…
Descriptors: Education Work Relationship, High Schools, Individual Development, Individualized Education Programs
Transition from School to Young Adulthood: Four Case Studies of Young Adults Labelled Mentally Retarded.
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Lichtenstein, Stephen; Michaelides, Nike – Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 1993
These 4 case studies examine the last years of high school and postschool experiences of 4 21-year-olds labeled mentally retarded. Issues discussed include school compliance with legislation concerning Individualized Education Programs, influence of parental involvement, adult services, and necessary employment supports. (JDD)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adult Programs, Case Studies, Education Work Relationship
Critical Issues Facing Youths with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders during the Transition to Adulthood. Fifth CCBD Mini-Library Series: Meeting the Diverse Needs of Children and Youth with E/BD--Evidence-Based Programs and Practices.
Morningstar, Mary E.; Benitez, Debra – 2004
This monograph examines issues in the transition of youth with emotional and/or behavioral disorders to adulthood. It describes transition as a process by which youth with disabilities are systematically equipped with skills necessary for realizing valued postsecondary outcomes. The subject of transition is examined within the historical,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Basic Skills, Behavior Disorders, Education Work Relationship