The training manual is intended to meet the training needs of Head Start personnel and others working with preschool handicapped children who have not had formal training in special education. The book attempts to provide the basic concepts and practices of providing individualized instruction to preschool handicapped children as mandated by P.L.…

This syllabus was designed as an elementary school mathematics methods course and is used with interns in a Teacher Corps project at Oklahoma State University as a part of their practicum experience. The course is conceived as a blend of directed readings, seminars, independent study, workshops, and practica. The syllabus is divided into four…

Describes two microcomputer-assisted adaptations of traditional methods of teaching word recognition (alphabet-spelling method) and phonics (sound-symbol method) which are designed for use with students who have severe physical and communication handicaps, language disabilities, or fine motor problems. A clinical protocol is outlined for…

Designed by Kentucky paraprofessional home instructors from their own personal experiences, this handbook is a practical guide to the Paraprofessional Home Instruction Program for new paraprofessionals, their supervisors, and other interested adult educators. An introduction describes home instruction for adults who desire basic educational…

This handbook on the adult learner and adult learning problems or disabilities is designed to serve as a practical tool for the Adult Basic Education instructor. It is divided into two main sections. Section 1 contains information concerning the nature of the adult learner. The first part deals with general characteristics of the adult learner and…