In the last several years, there has been growing concern about the use of seclusion in schools. Little is known about its use, particularly with students with disabilities. This article presents the findings from an analysis of 26 due process hearings taking place nationwide over a 12-year period containing a description of the use of seclusion.…

While the conceiving of 21st-century schools has rightly included much discussion on curriculum and instruction, changing demands and conditions also present necessary changes in the way that student behavior is managed. A review of the literature on student discipline over the past decade reveals three particular issues that warrant attention in…

The information digest on emotional disturbances provides basic information on definition, incidence, patterns of behavior, and educational implications as well as suggested additional resources. The definition of "emotional disturbances" in P.L. 94-142, The Education for All Handicapped Children Act, is given and briefly discussed.…

Briefly reviews the complexities surrounding the definition of giftedness and explores the problems of identification from the point of view of the regular classroom teacher. Discusses developing a definition, the behavior problems of gifted students, and the differences between bright children and gifted students. (Author/CR)

This literature review explores the issue of disruptive students in the classroom and offers suggestions and possible solutions to the problem. The review was divided into three major areas: (1) definitions and characteristics of disruptive students; (2) reasons why students misbehave; and (3) suggestions and solutions for solving the problem. The…

State departments of education were surveyed regarding their definitions of behavior disorders, and 49 state definitions were analyzed based on their alignment to 11 criteria components. (Author/DB)

To reconstruct school lives of 93 children who had been removed from regular classrooms because of behavior problems, data were compiled, 14 students were selected for in-depth case studies, and 21 interviews were conducted. Anayses touched on issues of school intervention, policy, effects on family, and legal rights. (CL)

Definitional and intervention issues regarding learning disabilities and emotional disturbance are examined. Three major topics are addressed: academic deficits of disturbed students, behavior problems in learning disabled students, and differentiation of LD from ED. The need for a service delivery model with foci in reciprocal person/environment…

Time-out as a method of managing pupil behavior is explained. A definition and historical and philosophical perspectives are offered. The method has been used in Victoria (Australia), the United States, and Great Britain. Also considered are legal responsibilities, a time-out continuum, implementation, positive aspects of time out, and abuse and…

The issue of defining learning disability is considered. Important recent trends in research are reviewed with regard to: intellectual skills, academic retardation, neurological and behavioral dysfunction, and cognitive and interactive processes. Current intervention methods are also briefly described. Available from: Journal of Pediatrics, C.V.…

The article critiques interpretations purporting to distinguish between serious emotional disturbance (SED) and social maladjustment (which is excluded from the federal SED definition). An interpretation of social maladjustment based on social deviance is proposed to more clearly determine eligibility for services under provisions for the…

This examination of the interim alternative educational setting for the school discipline of students with disabilities focuses on the legal requirements and their application under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as amended in 1997. Following an introductory background chapter, the concept of interim alternative educational…

The article addresses the exclusion of social maladjustment from the federal definition of serious emotional disturbance and proposes a limited interpretation which would prevent the inappropriate exclusion of students with antisocial behavior from special education services. Briefly discussed are related issues of identification and programing.…

Five handicapping conditions--emotional disturbance, visual impairment, mental retardation, hearing impairment, and physical disability--are discussed in terms of definition, range of impairment, and daily school management. The summaries are designed to be of practical help to the regular class teachers involved with mainstreamed students. (CL)

The report examines the status of education for children with severe behavior disorders. Analysis of Annual Program Plans, compliance evaluations, and interviews with state officials provided results in five areas (sample findings in parentheses): definitions (there was great concern over the term "seriously emotionally disturbed" as defined in…