Students' time on learning tasks in special education

Except Child. 1989 Apr;55(6):508-15. doi: 10.1177/001440298905500604.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to measure, through naturalistic observation procedures, the use of time among handicapped students in four special education alternatives--regular class, resource room, special class, and special school. The sample included 230 elementary age students enrolled in 58 classes in 16 schools. ANOVA comparisons revealed that the least restrictive alternatives, particularly the resource room, made more in-class learning time available. Discussion includes recommendations for increasing learning time.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Education of Intellectually Disabled
  • Education, Special*
  • Humans
  • Learning Disabilities / rehabilitation
  • Learning*
  • Mainstreaming, Education
  • Mental Disorders / rehabilitation