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Margaret Nikki Heiman – ProQuest LLC, 2024
This mixed methods study on postsecondary outcomes for individuals with disabilities focused on the experiences of young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and significant disabilities from their perspective. The research questions include understanding their overall quality of life (QOL), the supports, services, and…
Descriptors: Quality of Life, Equal Education, Students with Disabilities, Young Adults
Cisneros, Casey – ProQuest LLC, 2022
This critical narrative study examined the disconnect between special education law and practice in the rural Desert/Mountain region of Southern California. The Desert/Mountain region encompasses over 18,000 square miles, creating a geographic isolation that impacts special education service delivery and implementation of Individualized Education…
Descriptors: Civil Rights, Special Education, Rural Areas, Geographic Regions
Thompson, Catherine Creighton – ProQuest LLC, 2014
The purpose of this mixed methods study was to better understand the perspectives of parents with children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders regarding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, and interventions implemented to help their child meet IEP goals. The web-based survey included both closed and open-ended items.…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Duff, Frances Robinson – ProQuest LLC, 2013
Collaboration among parents, educators, and students expands the knowledge base and promotes mutual respect among decision-makers involved in planning students' education. The relationship can help students achieve their goals. This study sought to examine the experiences among students with intellectual disability and their families in high…
Descriptors: Educational Experience, Mental Retardation, Mothers, Parent Attitudes
Hoge, Matthew – ProQuest LLC, 2013
The present study identified factors influencing determination of educational setting for students with Emotional Disturbance (ED). Determination of most appropriate educational setting, a key provision of students' individualized education programs (IEP) continues to be one the most contentious issues in special education. Focus group interviews…
Descriptors: Emotional Disturbances, Educational Environment, Performance Factors, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Williams, Connie Jean – ProQuest LLC, 2009
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between school-based organizational structures that support teachers' development of Personalized Education Plans (PEPs) and their quality as written for third through fifth grade students in each of two Title I schools. A causal comparative design was implemented. Teachers' responses…
Descriptors: Individualized Instruction, Individualized Education Programs, Educational Quality, Teacher Attitudes