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50 Years of ERIC
50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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A Three-Tier Model of Parent Education in Early Childhood: Applying a Problem-Solving Model
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McIntyre, Laura Lee; Phaneuf, Leah K. – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 2008
Young children with developmental disabilities may be at heightened risk for experiencing problem behavior. Evidence suggests that inappropriate behavior in young children may be related to negative parent-child interactions. Parent education and support programs have a long history of utility and effectiveness in reducing negative parent-child…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Intervention, Early Childhood Education, Parent Education
Stigma and Discrimination: Perspectives from Mexican and Puerto Rican Mothers of Children with Special Needs
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McHatton, Patricia Alvarez; Correa, Vivian – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 2005
The purpose of this study was to investigate the experiences of stigma-related discrimination in 50 Puerto Rican and Mexican single mothers of young children with disabilities. Mothers were interviewed on issues related to raising a child with disabilities. This was a preliminary exploration of the stories mothers told specifically related to…
Descriptors: Mexicans, Disabilities, Puerto Ricans, Mothers
Parenting the Intellectually Gifted Preschool Child.
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Chamrad, Diana L.; Robinson, Nancy M. – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 1986
Parents of gifted preschoolers are advised of research on their role in stimulating cognitive development, achievement motivation, affective development, and social development. Suggestions are also offered regarding interactions with extended family members, school personnel, friends, and strangers. (CL)
Descriptors: Achievement Need, Affective Behavior, Cognitive Development, Gifted