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Collins, James L.; Godinho, Garland V. – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1996
This article explores the connections between strategic writing instruction and social identity formation in a ninth-grade combined English/social studies inclusion class. It shows how a combination of process writing and strategic writing instruction helped in their writing. Strategic writing instruction helped students view themselves as…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), English Instruction, High Schools, Inclusive Schools
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Obiakor, Festus E.; Utley, Cheryl A. – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1997
Discusses problems and controversies associated with preservice teacher education curricular reform, teacher preparation programs and the learning disabilities field, and restructuring teacher preparation programs to prepare teachers to work with culturally diverse students with learning disabilities. Recruitment and retention of culturally…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences, Curriculum Development
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Elliott, Stephen N. – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1998
Examines the fundamental characteristics of and reviews empirical research on performance assessment of diverse groups of students, including those with mild disabilities. Discussion of the technical qualities of performance assessment and barriers to its advancement leads to the conclusion that performance assessment should play a supplementary…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Learning Problems, Mild Disabilities