The integrated Management of Cerebral Palsy (IMCP) project evaluated the effectiveness of a program of conductive education, which was said to involve training motorically disabled children in small, motivating groups of similarly handicapped peers to actively and voluntarily pursue those movements that are both incompatible with reflexes and…

Presented is a report to the Connecticut Commission for Higher Education by an independent resource group on the accessibility of Connecticut postsecondary education for the blind, deaf, and physically disabled. The report considers the following provisions for the physically handicapped: acquiring funding for removal of physical and communication…

Intended as a desk aid for persons involved in job placement activities for disabled veterans, veterans employment representatives, Veterans Administration and Employment Service counselors, employment officers of veterans service organizations, or company personnel officers, this booklet, using a question-answer format, presents research findings…

This paper reviews research reported in Exceptional Child Education Abstracts and Review of Educational Research and related to the mathematics learning of exceptional children classified as having mild learning disabilities, superior cognitive abilities, behavior disabilities, hearing disabilities, visual disabilities, crippling and other health…

The main kinds of difficulty experienced by disabled students and the many practical ways they have been approached are summarized. The important role played by the Open University, given necessary resources and sufficient flexibility, is meeting the needs of students who would otherwise find study almost impossible. (LBH)

Recently the Oregon Legislative Assembly called for a new funding approach for regional programs for severely disabled students. The resulting resource-cost model, based on a state approved funding level by handicap and instructional delivery system or student placement, provides greater educational equity for disabled students regardless of…

Analysis of the responses to the Issues in Disability Scale made by 244 disabled and nondisabled persons suggests that the strain that frequently occurs during interactions between disabled and nondisabled individuals may derive more from misunderstandings of one another's expectations than from negative intentions. (Author/BJV)

Examination of 45 secondary special educators revealed that they believe that school attendance is a privilege, not a right. Because they do not alter their diagnostic practices to match the students' cognitive development, the skills needed for success at careers and independent living are not taught. Policy issues are identified. (BJV)

Four award-winning summer programs provide opportunities for disabled children. Agassiz Village integrates physically disabled, inner-city, suburban, and rural campers. Camp Challenge serves hearing-impaired children and their families. Minspeak provides hands-on experience with assistive equipment and techniques for nonspeaking children, parents,…

The article provides a chronological listing of events from 1790 to 1984 that have influenced the education and rehabilitation of physically handicapped persons in the United States, including medical and scientific discoveries, educational milestones, and federal legislation. (Author/JW)

Major changes in Massachusetts public policy governing early intervention programs for very young disabled children were described. The process of policy change and formation was analyzed by focusing on the principal catalysts for change. Factors were examined in terms of issue definition, proposal formulation, support mobilization, and decision…

Describes science laboratory work at Hephaistos, a state school in England for severely physically handicapped students of above average intelligence. General and specific solutions are presented for students who have lack of coordination, weakness in hands and arms, communication problems, impaired spatio-visual perception, and inability to…

Describes the response of science educators in Great Britain to the 1981 Education Act and the Warnock report which involves the integration of handicapped children into normal primary and secondary schools. Discusses the materials available and provides hints for dealing with the special needs of students. (JM)

Reviews applications of computer and communications technologies for persons with visual, hearing, physical, speech, and language impairments, as well as the effects of technologies on transportation, work at home, education, and other aspects affecting the employment of the disabled. (SK)

This guide presents portfolio criteria and a corollary assessment instrument for physical therapy students enrolled in the Nova Southeastern University Physical Therapy Program. The paper begins by listing the program's desired outcomes for its graduates, the definition of physical therapy, the components of a portfolio, and providing a glossary…