Discusses using collaborative consultation in providing speech and language services and describes ways speech and language pathologists, learning disabilities specialists, and classroom teachers can collaborate. These include collaborative assessment; Individualized Education Program development; teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing…

An analysis of increases in federal regulation of student financial aid since 1959 looks at changes in both volume and substance of the regulations, and the costs of implementing them. Federal initiatives to form partnerships with institutions in managing student aid are noted, including quality assurance efforts and innovative experiments in…

The Training Rural Educators in Kentucky through Distance Learning project at the University of Kentucky used team teaching in five courses in special education using distance learning technology. Describes five course delivery models: (1) lead/supplemental instructors, (2) multiple instructors, (3) guest lecture, (4) co-instructors with single…

This article describes special education and early inclusion efforts in China. National projects and local examples of children with disabilities, including children with autism, being included in public schools and educated in general education classrooms are described. Implications for inclusive practice, focusing on the importance of parent…

This article traces the evolution of special education policies and services and the introduction of inclusive education as a service delivery model in Viet Nam. The impact of a series of inclusion projects and resultant goals of the Ministry of Education and Training to expand inclusive education are described. (Contains 8 references.) (Author/CR)

Introduces major assumptions and theory surrounding problem-based learning (PBL) used in Stanford University's educational leadership program. Reviews instructional delivery, explains students' role in knowledge production, and illustrates the program's relationship to practitioners and the field. Use of PBL materials inspired significantly higher…

Child development happens within the social, cultural, political, environmental, and economic contexts of a particular place, but researchers and policy makers describe best practice in the field as if one size fits all. An early interventionist's experience illustrates how ruralness and community characteristics impact practice. Collaboration…

This article describes legislative and policy provisions that support educational services for children with disabilities in Prince Edward Island. It begins with some general information on Prince Edward Island and then explores recent teacher education and inclusion initiatives that have affected the service delivery for children with…

This article examines the legal basis for providing psychotherapy services to students with emotional or behavioral disorders and presents an analysis of the litigation concerning psychotherapy. It discusses psychotherapy as a related service, who can provide psychotherapy, how a child's need for psychotherapy is established, and placement for…

Describes states' efforts to implement a school-age credentialing system for child caregivers. Identifies basic problems hindering progress: readiness, infrastructure, and sustainability of infrastructure. Delineates implications for school-age care of significant initiatives in California, Florida, and New York. Suggests that there is no…

Providing Access to the Visual Environment (Project PAVE) is a statewide multidisciplinary project that provides low vision services to children ages 3-21 in Tennessee. This article describes the project's administrative, direct service, and research components and the philosophy on which it is based. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)

This article shares a personal perspective on school mental health through a discussion of the ways that schools currently address mental health, an example of advancing such work through a school district mental health unit, and reflection on some important lessons learned. The article's appendix lists five sample delivery mechanisms and formats.…

Findings are reported from a study by Her Majesty's Inspectorate in Great Britain, which concluded that providers of services for special needs students are not prepared for implementing the National Curriculum, local management of schools, and other challenges. The study's findings concerning special education in ordinary and special schools,…

The article examines the increased numbers of students with complex health needs in the schools, definitions and characteristics of this population, issues and educational policies in providing education to these students, and program practices in educational service delivery. Stressed is service in the least restrictive environment and…

The paper explores the involvement of three key professions (rehabilitation counseling, special education, and vocational special needs education) in providing transition services for employment preparation for people with disabilities. Recommendations for a three-level transdisciplinary approach to service delivery are presented. (JDD)