An alternative to homogeneous grouping, involving direct assessment of academic productivity and pre-training for group work, is illustrated by two experiments which used contingency management techniques to develop and maintain high rates of academic productivity in a group of two boys with school adjustment problems and in a larger group. (KW)

Discussed are some of the problems in programs utilizing semiprofessionals as viewed by semiprofessionals. Three main problem areas are conflicts resulting from changes in self concepts, suspicion toward middle class supervisors, and problems with new careers. (Author/KW)

Reported are some methodological and substantive findings on the Early Developmental Adversity Program, a prospective longitudinal study of the contribution of biological and social factors to later learning problems in elementary school. (KW)

Presented is a teacher preparation model for interrelated areas in special education, which synthesizes common competencies necessary for teachers, and shows specific major tasks, enablers, and instructional options. (KW)

The attainment of curricular goals, rather than improved IQ scores, was the basis for evaluation of the effectiveness of a program for disadvantaged preschoolers. Featured is the development of an Inventory of Cognitive Skills and Visual-Motor Functioning to evaluate the child's level of functioning in curriculum-related areas. (KW)