Includes bibliographical references (p. 291-309) and index.
Contents
Decision making in special education: how are decisions made? -- Finding children with special needs: eligibility -- Differentiated programs for children with disabilities -- Personnel preparation and technical assistance -- Research and evaluation -- Finance and data systems -- Educational planning for children with special needs -- Technology and children with disabilities -- The education of gifted students -- Outside forces that affect decisions in special education -- Some alternative futures of special education.