The paper discusses the steps a teacher should follow in organizing a learning center. Considered are the two types of learning centers (curriculum and skill area centers), skill objectives, and criteria for selecting materials and equipment. (SBH)

Described is the use of the goal attainment scale in evaluating and monitoring programs for the handicapped in local Texas school districts. It is explained that current and anticipated functioning levels are plotted for 11 weighted components, including assessment, diagnosis, placement, teacher planning, phyiscal arrangement, and quality and…

The booklet presents information derived from approved program plans of 12 states on state monitoring and compliance procedures for individualized educational programs (IEPs) for handicapped students as mandated by P.L. 94-142, The Education for All Handicapped Children Act. Matrices are presented for the following considerations: purpose, sources…

The role of needs assessment in special education program planning and evaluation is discussed, and one comprehensive process for conducting a needs assessment is delineated. (Author/DLS)

The article outlines five steps to follow in implementing a successful tutor program for children with special educational needs. (SBH)

Presented are guidelines for developing an individualized program and services plan, an individual implementation plan, and daily activity and strategy plans for handicapped students. Instructions are outlined for utilizing forms related to planning and implementation of individualized education programs. Appended are sample forms. (SBH)

Presented are demographic data for handicapped children in the Philadelphia area who might be eligible for federally funded (Title XX) day care services. The report consists of data tables and narrative sections for the following information: estimated number of handicapped children within catchment areas (CA's); estimated median income level of…

Reviewed in the article on the special education director's role in inservice training programs are planning procedures (including evaluation of the present program by all staff), types of programs offered (such as summer curriculum writing and teacher orientation week), and evaluation methods. (CL)

Some ideas and concerns about inservice education, particularly inservice education relating to the handicapped, are presented from the perspectives of public school personnel, university trainers, researchers, and the Division of Personnel Preparation of the Bureau of Education for the Handicapped. (SBH)

Intended for state directors of special education in the Southwest Region, the information packet provides materials relating to the development, initiation, implementation or refinement of impartial due process procedures. Included are the following: a matrix outlining current procedures, policies, and general information on due process from…

The paper discusses a procedure for writing, monitoring, and evaluating Individual Education Plans (IEPs), as mandated by the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, utilizing computer technology. Concerns related to the values and philosophy of decision-makers as they work with data derived from computer systems to formulate IEPs are also…

A 10-step sequence for meeting teacher-relevant IEP (individualized education program) guidelines, as specified in P.L. 94-142 (Education for All Handicapped Children Act), is suggested. (SBH)

The article critiques some of the flaws of mainstreaming, such as grade-level curriculum demands, reporting systems, standardized tests, teacher training, and the individualization of instruction. (Author/SBH)

Outlined are some of the rules for implementing Subchapter IV of Chapter 115, a Wisconsin Statute enacted to ensure the identification and development of services for children with exceptional educational needs. (SB)