The paper discusses the Regular Education Initiative as a conceptual revolution, as a political strategy, and as a flawed policy initiative. It argues that the REI focuses on a small number of highly emotional issues, such as integration, nonlabeling, efficiency, and excellence, which distract attention from deeper analysis. (Author/JDD)

Five surveys investigated the level of integration of special needs adult students based on tutor awareness in Northamptonshire, England. Also assessed was the welcome students receive in classes, based on teacher and student attitudes. (JOW)

The article looks at trends in early childhood mainstreaming of children with disabilities. Specific discussions focus on implementation, the perspectives of parents, and the development of friendships and peer relations in mainstreamed settings. A convergence among public policy, educational practice, and developmental principles and research is…

The article discusses conceptual principles which underpin development of consultation-based programing for students with mild disabilities, proposes informal standards for ecological evaluation of specific formats, and identifies factors (such as administrative support and participatory planning and decision making) that maximize the potential…

The study examined the relationship between student and teacher ratings of the interpersonal relations skills of 165 special needs students enrolled in mainstreamed secondary level vocational programs. The correlations between the student self-ratings and teacher ratings suggest there is little agreement about students' actual skill levels. (DB)

The article compares approaches to mainstreaming of students with hearing impairments in Spain and the United States. Discussed are mainstreaming as a matter of law, the importance of deaf role models, school placement in the U.S., integration practices in Spain, and the prevalence of oralism in Spain. (DB)

Provides suggestions for teaching library skills to mainstreamed special education students for each of the four components of the instructional model: (1) determining skill level; (2) setting objectives; (3) instructing with modification (methods, materials, and motivation); and (4) monitoring progress. (seven references) (MES)

The cognitive play of 12 mainstreamed mentally retarded preschool boys was examined during group free play at school and in an independent play situation at home. Children played more, played in a more sophisticated way, and developed longer and more complex sequenced play activities at home than at school. (Author/JDD)

Discusses the effects of mainstreaming on music education. Includes a statement published by the Music Educators National Conference (MENC) on mainstreaming, and addresses unresolved issues of mainstreaming. Examines the special needs of disabled students, teacher training issues, instructional strategies, and the management of mainstreamed…

Addresses the fears teachers feel when confronted with special learners in a regular classroom. Outlines strategies for dealing with the management of mainstreamed children including techniques for lesson preparation, getting acquainted with the special needs of mainstreamed students, classroom activities, and lesson plan implementation. (RW)

Traces the history of mainstreaming prior to and after the enactment of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975. Discusses the particulars of the law focusing on its least restrictive environment clause. Addresses the music educator's role in implementing the act. Includes school districts' responsibilities under the law. (RW)

Addresses the issue of mainstreaming through numerous music educators' personal experiences with physically challenged students in the classroom. Focuses on strategies for success, teaching methods, support systems, and an awareness of individual needs. Includes discussion on secondary music programs and the legal aspects of mainstreaming. (RW)

Elementary school children (n=336) were assessed on their self-efficacy beliefs. Mainstreamed mildly handicapped students reported lower academic and social self-efficacy than their nonhandicapped and gifted peers. No differences in academic self-efficacy were reported between gifted and nonhandicapped students; however, gifted students reported…

Gifted underachievers at Leaside High School (Toronto, Ontario) are integrated into a program with more successful peers that is based on systematic skill development, supportive evaluation, and personal counseling. The program's integrated approach involves teaching math, English, science, and history core content along with enrichment activities…

A more effective partnership for the advocacy of integrated educational options can be formed when parents and professionals work in concert. Eleven strategies for securing integrated options are offered, including working with the media, working within other advocacy organizations, influencing others in the school system, and consulting with…