This article discusses preliminary research results that indicate placement of children (n=216) with emotional/behavioral difficulties into a Nurture Group has a positive effect on a significant proportion of pupils. There is also evidence that the parents of children in Nurture Groups benefit from the positive progress made by their children.…

This paper discusses the outcomes of a Finnish study that investigated the school experiences of former special education students with emotional and behavioral disorders. Twenty-three former students, who had attended classes for students with emotional and behavioral disorders were interviewed. The students had been out of special education and…

This collection represents diverse views and opinions concerning integration of individuals with disabilities in Australia and, to a lesser extent, New Zealand. The objective in producing the volume is to stimulate thought and further debate about the policies and practices associated with integration, and numerous perceptions of integration are…