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Direct linkFitzpatrick, Elizabeth – Volta Review, 2010
Several factors undoubtedly influenced the development of listening and spoken language options for children with hearing loss in Canada. The concept of providing auditory-based rehabilitation was popularized in Canada in the 1960s through the work of Drs. Daniel Ling and Agnes Ling in Montreal. The Lings founded the McGill University Project for…
Descriptors: Professional Training, Educational Needs, Listening, Oral Language
Flessa, Joseph – Education Canada, 2008
When asked to explain why so many urban schools show unsatisfactory results on academic or social measures, principals routinely and quickly turn to descriptions of parents. In other words, when seeking to explain why work within a school is so difficult or why reform initiatives have been unsuccessful, many principals point outside the school.…
Descriptors: Urban Schools, Low Income Groups, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship
Gilbert, Francoise – Entourage, 1986
The article outlines the history of integrating mentally retarded children in regular classes in Quebec. Stressed is the role of parents through the Quebec Association for the Mentally Deficient. (DB)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, History, Mainstreaming
Vienneau, Rachel – Entourage, 1988
A Canadian parent of a mentally retarded daughter talks of the support provided her and the community achievements of local parent committees. (DB)
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Foreign Countries, Mental Retardation, Parent Associations
Peer reviewedFox, Mary – Volta Review, 1987
The history and structural evolution of VOICE for Hearing-Impaired Children is described. Located in Toronto, Ontario, VOICE is the largest parent-support group of its kind in North America. Through its chapters and associated parents groups, it has implemented social and educational policy advocacy and various service delivery models. (Author/VW)
Descriptors: Advocacy, Children, Educational Policy, Foreign Countries
