Describes a program of counseling and family services in the home; designed to avoid the necessity of foster placement. (ST)

Describes the new meaning of Special Education as it applies to a wide range of students with exceptional needs. (RK)

On the basis of her experience with brain damaged and autistic children, a teacher suggests guidelines for structuring tasks, the learning environment, and student behavior to facilitate learning. (GW)

Evaluative commentary is presented by Virginia L. Brown, Coordinator: Learning Disabilities, Indiana University. (RD)

Article discusses a highly structured music program developed especially for emotionally disturbed children at Northern Illinois University requiring special teachers, special environments and special methods. (Author/MM)

Indicates need for extensive observational studies of elementary school children by school and health department personnel as base for building developmental program for alleviation of emotional problems. Urges positive use of peer groups to create better environment for handicapped. Offers suggestions for implementation and follow-up. (CJ)