Inclusion and Special Education
HEL Focus Series No. 1

Edited by Edward Miller and Roberta Tovey

Inclusion of children with disabilities in regular classrooms has generated one of the most contentious debates in education policymaking and practice. Parents and teachers often find themselves caught in the middle—wanting to do the right thing for children with disabilities but confused by inconclusive research evidence and conflicting advice, and frustrated by the lack of resources or access to good models of the best and most effective practices.

Here are twelve articles that summarize and clarify the evidence from research and practice and direct readers to the best sources of further information. Includes a directory of inclusive schools and educationlal programs, with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of 50 exemplary inclusion programs in all regions of the United States.

The HEL Focus Series brings together concise and carefully researched articles on current issues in education. Each collection provides educators, administrators, policymakers, and parents with a balanced look at research and practice in a specific area.