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Peer reviewedMosier, Jack A. – Roeper Review, 1982
The gifted education movement in California is traced, and the efforts of the California Association for Gifted (a parent group) to save the California gifted program are reviewed. It is pointed out that the strongest component of California's successes in developing gifted/talented education legislation has been parent support. (SW)
Descriptors: Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, History
Peer reviewedStrader, William H. – Early Child Development and Care, 1984
Extensively surveys the literature to illustrate the concept of parent education from the 1830s to the 1980s. Describes historical "modes," or views, of childrearing and the role of the private sector and the federal government in parent education programs. Implications for early childhood education are pointed out. (AS)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Early Childhood Education, History, Parent Associations
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
Download full textVohs, Janet R., Ed. – Coalition Quarterly, 1985
The first four volumes of the "Coalition Quarterly" journal are compiled in this document designed as a management resource for consumer organizations (especially parent coalitions) that operate centers for families of handicapped persons. The introductory issue describes the intent of the publication, proposed topics for future issues,…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Career Planning, Court Litigation, Disabilities
