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Salisbury, Christine L.; Smith, Barbara J. – 1993
This brief paper summarizes research findings concerning the identification and implementation of effective practices in early childhood intervention for children with disabilities. First, research documenting the effectiveness of early childhood intervention is noted and the importance of developing individualized programs within integrated early…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Early Intervention
Smith, Barbara J.; Hockenberry, Cathe M. – 1980
In addition to analyzing the basic policy issues inherent in the provision of special education and related services to handicapped and adjudicated youth, the paper is written to assist corrections personnel in understanding and implementing selected provisions of P.L. 94-142 (the Education for All Handicapped Children Act), to develop policy…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Agency Cooperation, Compliance (Legal), Correctional Education
Rose, Deborah F.; Smith, Barbara J. – 1992
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates special education and related services to be delivered in the least restrictive environment to preschoolers with disabilities. The act also mandates that educators and administrators find appropriate educational placements for children who are entitled to receive a free public…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Case Studies, Child Advocacy, Compliance (Legal)
Rose, Deborah F.; Smith, Barbara J. – 1994
As public school personnel struggle to provide preschool-age children with disabilities with high quality, normalized or inclusive preschool experiences, there is an increased need for collaboration with community-based early childhood providers. This paper addresses the federal legal requirements for public school, Head Start, and community-based…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Agency Cooperation, Civil Rights Legislation, Community Programs