A rationale for the use of student evaluations of courses and teachers and the functions such feedback can fulfill are outlined. The importance of an educational consultant, working with the lecturer to interpret and use student-generated data, is stressed. A case study embodying these elements is presented. (Editor/SJL)

A consultation program to improve services to middle school students with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder was presented in 57 school districts. Although districts varied as to types of project services accessed, most chose general inservice programs to disseminate information to teachers, as well as individualized behavioral consultation…

A case study of a primary school student in Ireland with severe intellectual disabilities and behavior problems (self-injury and aggression) describes the effectiveness of in-depth functional assessment and resulting implementation of a behavior intervention plan. The classroom teacher received training in behavioral techniques and ongoing…

This article suggests strategies and ideas to help build collaborative partnerships among all teachers who work with students who are gifted and have learning disabilities. It discusses the collaborative consultative process, establishing relationships with collaborative partners, and making collaboration run smoothly. Several relevant forms are…

This report describes a consultation model that utilizes in-service training and technical assistance to support integrated school placements for students with severe disabilities and serious behavior problems. Follow-up placement information is presented for 33 students receiving services during the 1986 to 1989 school years. (Author/DB)

An individualized faculty development program using a peer consultation approach is reported. The 25 faculty participants to date represent most of the institution's academic programs. Results show the consultation format to be useful and attractive to a significant portion of the faculty. (MSE)

The article discusses the future of consultation as a special education service delivery model in the context of its historical development and current practice. The influence of the educational reform movement and the regular education initiative on special education consultation is discussed, and future directions for the discipline suggested.…

The article examines the efficacy of educational consultation through a review of research studies in the following categories: field-based survey research, outcome studies, and process investigations. It is suggested that future research maintain a broader-based ecological perspective which includes such factors as staffing patterns, cost…

Proposes a counseling model for elementary schools that integrates five consultation parameters: (1) consultation goal; (2) consulting relationship; (3) consultant role; (4) consultee role; and (5) consultant communication skill. Discusses relation between parameters and five consultation stages. Model assumes no sophistication on the part of the…

A practicum model was designed to prepare secondary special education teachers to be collaborative decision makers and reflective practitioners. Over the course of the practicum, the nine participants were found to exhibit more reflective thinking, and collaboration with their peers seemed to assist in developing effective instructional…

This paper describes the efforts of a psychological consultation center in Israel to develop a psychological profile, a reading profile, and a learning method profile for students with dyslexia. The three profiles are described, and involvement of the regular classroom teacher in the consultation process is emphasized. (Author/JDD)

Sixty-three New Zealand schools were surveyed concerning establishment of Support Teacher positions to assist children with special needs. Results are discussed in terms of drift from the support team model, differences between primary and secondary schools in model implementation, the importance of training, and the importance of an active…

Presents career development consultation skill training program for enhancing the professional growth of beginning teachers by master teacher mentors trained by counselors and counselor educators. Focuses on six phases of career development concerns that teachers face throughout their careers: informational, personal, management, consequences,…

A project is described that applied electronic media to inservice training, support, and consultation of preschool special education personnel in geographically distant locations. The system permitted two-way, full-motion video as well as interactive audio communication and was extended into teachers' own classrooms for observation and training.…

Discusses the consultation model and the role of the classroom consultant for providing gifted/talented education in inclusive classrooms. Stresses the importance of training and support in the transition from being a teacher of the gifted to being a consultant. (DB)