Intended for Oklahoma school administrators, teachers, and parents, the guidelines examine factors in educating mildly and moderately mentally retarded students. General information is first presented on such topics as definitions, facilities, scheduling, mainstreaming, teacher role, teaching strategies, learning centers, discipline, grading and graduation. The purpose of the referral process is then noted along with prereferral and formal referral procedures. Identification topics covered include identification discrimination and suggested tests for evaluating educable and trainable mentally handicapped (EMH and TMH) students. The final section, on program development, touches upon basic components for instructional programs, curricula for EMH and TMH students, Individualized Education Programs, and instructional materials. (CL)