The Use of Interactive Focus Groups To Aid in the Identification of Perceived Service and Support Delivery Needs of Persons with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families.

Wheeler, John J.

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ERIC Number: EJ542661

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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The Use of Interactive Focus Groups To Aid in the Identification of Perceived Service and Support Delivery Needs of Persons with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families.

Wheeler, John J.

Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, v31 n4 p294-303 Dec 1996

An assessment of the needs of persons with developmental disabilities and their families was conducted via focus groups of individuals with disabilities, family members, and professionals (n=50). Concerns included preservice staff training, inservice staff training, and program delivery and development. Implications for quality assurance and delivery of services are discussed. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Developmental Disabilities, Family Needs, Focus Groups, Higher Education, Needs Assessment, Parent Attitudes, Professional Education, Staff Development, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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