Special Educational Provision the Classroom as a Unit for Analysis

Abstract

School psychological and special educational practices in Australia, in common with other elements of its culture (Graubard, 1985; Terrill, 1987), have been strongly influenced by those of Britain and America. The most widely read professional journals, the most commonly used psychological and educational tests, the most popular intervention strategies, and the structure of suipport services and facilities are those originating from British and American sources. Australian school psychologists and special educators are more likely to be familiar with the recommendations and provisions of the Warnock Report and Public Law 94-142 than they are with the various government reports and research studies conducted in states of Australia other than their own.

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