Renee B. Brown Liberty University Abstract This study reviews pertinent research, then uses a single-subject experimental design and methodology to assess the impact of both positive and negative interventions to reduce the incidence of...

Matthew D. Lucas, Ed.D., C.A.P.E. Longwood University Carolyn R. Watson, Student Longwood University Abstract The participation of students with speech impairments in recess can often be both challenging and rewarding for the students and...

Alyssia Ruggiero Appalachian State University Abstract In light of disability studies’ recent examinations of the dichotomy between medical and social models in terms of their influence upon attitudes toward people with disabilities, the author...

Hildy Straus, Ph.D. Fordham University - Rhonda Bondie, Ph.D. Fordham University Abstract This study examined the self-efficacy of paraeducators serving students with moderate to severe disabilities in a specialized public school. Quantitative...

Matthew D. Lucas & Kourtney M. Nichols Abstract The participation of a student with autism in recess can often be both challenging and rewarding for all students and the general education teacher. This paper will address common characteristics...

Carissa Hernandez, M.A. Saili S. Kulkarni, Ph.D. California State University Dominguez Hills Abstract The purpose of this research study was to determine how Community Based Instruction (CBI) affects the social skills of middle school students...

Matthew Lucas Abstract During recess, the participation of a student with visual impairments in terms of movement can often be both challenging and rewarding for the student and general education teacher. This paper will address common...

Thienhuong Hoang Abstract The educational community is discussing response-to-intervention (RTI) as an alternative assessment method. This study investigates assessment elements (beginning text level, ending text level, and number of weeks’...

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Matthew D. Lucas, Ed.D., C.A.P.E. Longwood University Abstract The participation of a student with juvenile arthritis in recess can often be both challenging and rewarding for the student and general education teacher. This paper will address...