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ERIC Number: EJ256094
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Jan
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Behavioral Features of the Mentally Retarded Adolescent; Implications for Mainstream Educators.
Schloss, Patrick J.; Sedlak, Robert A.
Psychology in the Schools, v19 n1 p98-105 Jan 1982
Presents current psychological and educational literature associated with the behavioral characteristics of the mentally retarded adolescent. Discusses empirical constructs including adaptive behavior, motivation, reinforcer effectiveness, locus of control, and social discrimination skills of the mentally retarded. Suggests practical strategies for working effectively with the mentally retarded adolescent in the classroom. (Author)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Techniques, Literature Reviews, Locus of Control, Mainstreaming, Mental Retardation, Motivation, Reinforcement, Social Discrimination, Teacher Education, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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