The guide, based upon Vocational Education of Handicapped Students: A Guide for Policy Development by S. Davis and M. Ward, is intended to help local education agency (LEA) administrators and supervisors conduct evaluation and needs assessment of vocational education programs, policies, and procedures related to handicapped students. Each of eight…

In 10 brief chapters, this document outlines the following topics: (1) the background of the Council of Europe's (COE) project on preschool education; (2) the case for preschool education; (3) aims, methods, and problems of preschool education; (4) planning the COE's project for 1974 to 1977; (5) preschool education for socially disadvantaged and…

The authors describe the Special Needs In-Service Project to develop workshops to enhance the vocational and career options of special needs learners. Seven training areas are listed: program development and management skills; prevocational and vocational education materials for special needs training personnel, counselors, and paraprofessionals;…

The manual is designed to assist primarily public school personnel who are involved in the identification and delivery of services to young handicapped children (birth to 5 years old) and their families. An introductory chapter explains the manual's purpose and background. Chapter 2 focuses on child find activities with sections on awareness,…

Based on experiences and recommendations from vocational education programs, this publication contains suggestions for State Department of Vocational Education staff in their leadership roles to local educational agencies and in their relationship with other state institutions in developing services and programs for the disadvantaged and…

A review of components in the development and administration of effective preschool special education programs covers intraagency, agency, program, and staff administrative functions for preschool administrators, stressing the importance of linkage among duties. (CB)

A seven-step procedure designed to direct and encourage inservice staff development presentations by special services personnel is described. Steps include needs assessment, analysis of logistics, development of objectives, arrangement for incentives, preparation of content/format materials, presentation, and evaluation. (Author/DB)

Virginia's program to build statewide consensus and participation in supported employment for the disabled from boards, service providers, counselors, parents, consumers, and the business community is described. Activities have included establishment of offices of supported employment in key agencies and establishment of five technical assistance…

The paper describes a structured model for planning and monitoring behavior change programs with handicapped learners. The Behavior Teaching Plan functions as both a process and product, emphasizes the teaching of socially acceptable behaviors, and utilizes formative evaluation through use of intervention planning sheets and flow charts.…

The report offers policy program and program recommendations for six barriers to education and career preparation of disabled youth: (1) student categorization; (2) lack of access and availability of job training programs; (3) insufficient employment opportunities; (4) lack of self advocacy skills; (5) need to improve and disseminate secondary…

Suggests that in the past 20 years major shifts in federal government policies have taken place which have increased state control over mental health programs to the detriment of local communities. Identifies and discusses the major factors responsible for these changes. (Author/BH)

A cost analysis approach can effectively integrate budget and program planning. By analyzing staff time across components of an early childhood program, one can analyze program operations and their costs. The cost analysis system examines personnel costs as well as nonpersonnnel costs and in-kind contributions and provides a format for displaying…

The director of a California program that places disabled youth into private sector jobs discusses the features of the program, approaches for other areas in developing similar projects, and cites the program's cost and employment benefits. (CL)

The second edition of Therapeutic Recreation in the Community: An Inclusive Approach reflects the changing and evolving nature of recreation and health care services. A number of social, economic, and political directives and technological advancements have fostered recreation in the community for all individuals. Due in part to a rising awareness…

A team approach for planning and evaluating personnel preparation programs within the context of PL 94-142, (Education for All Handicapped Children Act), proceeds through six steps--from needs assessment through plan revision. Formative evaluation data has shown success in three goal areas and in staff satisfaction. (CL)