This report by the Council of the Great City Schools to the Rochester City School District presents the organization's findings and recommendations for improving the special education program in the school system, placing special emphasis on the organizational structure of the program, accountability, and how the instructional program generally…

This brief review of principles of inclusive educational practices for students with disabilities explains what inclusion is, identifies characteristics of inclusive schools, considers preparation for inclusive schooling, and addresses inclusion policy. Inclusion is seen as reflecting the intent of federal law that children with disabilities be…

Online learning is growing rapidly across the United States within all levels of education, as more and more students and educators become familiar with the benefits of learning unconstrained by time and place. Across most states and all grade levels, students are finding increased opportunity, flexibility, and convenience through online learning.…