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| | Series: | CELLpapers, Vol. 2, No. 2 | | Author: | Trivette, Carol; Morgan, Kassie; Masiello, Tracy; Robyak, Anya; Dunst, Carl | | Publication Date: | 2007 | | Abstract: | Findings from a national survey of the appropriateness and use of early literacy learning practices with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Part C early intervention and Part B (619) preschool special education are presented. Participants were parents of children involved in either type of program, early intervention and preschool special education practitioners, and technical assistance providers offering training to the practitioners. Results showed that there was modest-to-strong agreement that early literacy learning was desired for young children with disabilities or delays, but there is much less agreement about the extent to which the practices were used widely in either type of program. Implications for training are described. | | Publisher: | Center for Early Literacy Learning (CELL) | | Pages: | 6 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.earlyliteracylearning.org/cellpapers/cellpapers_v2_n2.pdf |
| | Series: | Policy Forum Proceedings | | Author: | Burdette, Paula | | Publication Date: | 2008 | | Abstract: | This Policy Forum Proceedings briefly discusses the federal, state and local roles that affect graduation requirements for all students, including students with disabilities. The purpose of the policy forum was to express issues related to graduation requirements for students with disabilities and develop policy recommendations to address these issues at the local, state and federal levels. Background research and a summary of panel and participant discussion are provided. Issues raised and recommendations with actions steps are provided. | | Publisher: | Project Forum | | Pages: | 21 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/GraduationRequirementsforSWD.pdf |
| | Series: | inForum Brief Policy Analysis | | Author: | Müller, Eve; Burdette, Paula | | Publication Date: | 2007 | | Abstract: | This Brief Policy Analysis is based on interviews with state education and local education representatives from three states regarding strategies for including special education in high school reform efforts; resources; barriers; and recommendations for improving integration of special education in high school reform. | | Publisher: | Project Forum | | Pages: | 9 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/HighSchoolReform-IntegrationofSpecialEducation.pdf |
| | Series: | inForum Brief Policy Analysis | | Author: | Pierce, Luzanne; Ahrean, Eileen | | Publication Date: | 2007 | | Abstract: | The Primary focus of this Brief Policy Analysis is on a subset of the population of mobile children-children with disabilities and their families who are highly mobile. The document begins with a background section that provides information about policies and practices developed for mobile children at the federal level. The second section is an analysis of interviews with five state directors of special education and their corresponding McKinnry-Vento program coordinators regarding how states are addressing the needs of this population. Interviewees discussed causes of mobility; how they locate mobile children; the number of mobile children and costs of services; features of state programs under McKinney-Vento; how they track outcomes; challenges they have encountered; and policy recommendations. | | Publisher: | Project Forum | | Pages: | 10 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/HighlyMobileChildrenandYouthwithDisabilities-PoliciesandPracticesinFiveStates.pdf |
| | Series: | inForum Brief Policy Analysis | | Author: | Muller, Eve; Burdette, Paula | | Publication Date: | 2007 | | Abstract: | This Brief Policy Analysis introduces the research on the importance that teacher quality has in student achievement and the legislative background for highly qualified special educators. Six states were chosen through a survey process to be interviewed. The results of strategies states use to meet the requirements of highly qualified teachers and fiscal and human resource, data collection methods states use, and barriers to meeting the requirements are reported. Policy recommendations generated by NASDSE's Personal Center and CCSSO's Center for Improving Teacher Quality that address implementation barriers similar to those identified by interviewees are shared. | | Publisher: | Project Forum | | Pages: | 10 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/HighlyQualifiedTeachersandSpecialEducation-SeveralStateApproaches.pdf |
| | Series: | Policy Analysis | | Author: | Müller, Eve | | Publication Date: | 2004 | | Abstract: | Laws relating to the home schooling of children with disabilities vary from state to state. Because home schooling is an evolving practice, state laws are not always clear and may appear to be contradictory. As a consequence, the precise responsibilities of states and local education agencies (LEAs) to provide special education services to home-schooled students are frequently contested in the courts. This policy analysis is intended to provide policymakers with updated information regarding current trends in home schooling as well as to highlight significant policy issues relating to the home schooling of children with disabilities. A chart summarizing each state’s current policies regarding home schooling and special education is included. | | Publisher: | Project Forum | | Pages: | 36 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/home_schooling.pdf |
| | Series: | Policy Forum Proceedings | | Author: | Bowman, Diana; Burdette, Paula; Julianelle, Patricia | | Publication Date: | 2008 | | Abstract: | This policy forum proceedings document begins with an introduction to the unique challenges that administrators face as they support implementation of services for children with disabilities who are homeless. Findings from a virtual forum are presented in the areas of policy and practice issues and recommendations for change. Forum participants’ recommendations focus on developing policies and practices for:
The numerous appendices contain additional reference, contact, process and policy information and sample forms. | | Publisher: | Project Forum; National Center for Homeless Education at SERVE (NCHE) | | Pages: | 44 | | Format: | PDF | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | Local School Administrators State Administrators | | HTML Version: | | | PDF Version: | http://www.projectforum.org/docs/HomelessandSpecialEducationAdministrativeCollaboration.pdf |
| | Series: | Star Legacy Modules | | Author: | Mclaughlin, M.; Nolet, V. | | Publication Date: | 2004 | | Abstract: | The IRIS STAR Legacy modules cover topics relevant to future teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. The modules include a challenge, interactive activities, and multiple opportunities for sharing and assessment utilizing the web and CD technology.
This module presents information on legal requirements and accomodations for testing students with disabilities in addition to consideration for interpreting performance data for this population. | | Publisher: | The IRIS Center for Faculty Enhancement | | Pages: | | | Format: | Web-based | | Target Age: | Elementary School Middle School Secondary School | | Intended Audience: | Educators Local School Administrators | | HTML Version: | http://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/hst/chalcycle.htm | | PDF Version: | |
| | Series: | Star Legacy Modules | | Author: | McLaughlin, M.; Nolet, V. | | Publication Date: | 2004 | | Abstract: | The IRIS STAR Legacy modules cover topics relevant to future teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. The modules include a challenge, interactive activities, and multiple opportunities for sharing and assessment utilizing the web and CD technology.
This module focuses on the entire school population and highlights partnerships between general education and special education faculty resulting in the creation of a "collective responsibility" and shared expectations for all students. | | Publisher: | The IRIS Center for Faculty Enhancement | | Pages: | | | Format: | Web-based | | Target Age: | | | Intended Audience: | Local School Administrators | | HTML Version: | http://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/esp/chalcycle.htm | | PDF Version: | |
| | Series: | | | Author: | National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY) | | Publication Date: | 2004 | | Abstract: | Updated in 2007. This page of resources is designed as a "Starter Kit" to research in general and the special education field in particular. These resources are intended to lay down the basics before we all rush off in our different directions, wearing our parent, teacher, administrator hats. | | Publisher: | National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY) | | Pages: | | | Format: | HTML | | Target Age: | Elementary School | | Intended Audience: | Educators Families General Public | | HTML Version: | www.nichcy.org/research/basics/pages/start.aspx | | PDF Version: | |
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