Designed to provide knowledge about programs and personnel in special education, this directory serves as a resource for The Council for Exceptional Children, provides information for students who are interested in studying the education of exceptional children, assists public and private agencies with information on programs for exceptional children, and helps increase communication among professionals and between professionals and the general public. The School Index lists university programs by states and includes levels of study available, personnel, and number of students; the Personnel Index lists biographical information for all special education faculty; and the Program Index lists degrees or certification offered in different areas and references to schools where they can be obtained. (JK)