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50 Years of ERIC
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Evaluating Commercial Programmed Curricula.
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Cole, Jack T.; Cole, Martha L. – Rural Educator, 1982
The rural special educator can evaluate commercial programmed curricula by considering seven major categories: theoretical foundation consistent with existing instructional theories; content; training needed to implement; assessment measures for properly placing students; cost; time required for implementation and record keeping; and program…
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, Content Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Curriculum
Providing Services to Exceptional Students in Rural Areas: Some Problems.
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Cole, Jack T.; Ranken, Mary M. – Rural Educator, 1981
Discusses basic differences between programs for special education students in urban areas and in rural areas and identifies critical needs for delivery of services to special education students in rural and remote areas as: teacher recruitment and development; services to exceptional students; legislation and funding; and parent and community…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Community Involvement, Delivery Systems, Educational Needs
Providing Services to Exceptional Students in Rural Areas: Some Solutions.
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Cole, Jack T.; And Others – Rural Educator, 1981
Suggests methods for solving major problems in delivery of special education services to exceptional children in rural and remote areas, such as: (1) staff recruitment and development; (2) provision of services to special education students; (3) legislation and funding; and (4) parent and community involvement. (JD)
Descriptors: Access to Education, Educational Improvement, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education