Rogers' Diffusion of Innovation Used to Explore Special Education Administrators' Self-Reported Technology Skills and Attitudes Regarding Speech Language Pathology Telepractice

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Wheeler Muller
Author(s):  
Melissa A. Pierce

In countries other than the United States, the study and practice of speech-language pathology is little known or nonexistent. Recognition of professionals in the field is minimal. Speech-language pathologists in countries where speech-language pathology is a widely recognized and respected profession often seek to share their expertise in places where little support is available for individuals with communication disorders. The Peace Corps offers a unique, long-term volunteer opportunity to people with a variety of backgrounds, including speech-language pathologists. Though Peace Corps programs do not specifically focus on speech-language pathology, many are easily adapted to the profession because they support populations of people with disabilities. This article describes how the needs of local children with communication disorders are readily addressed by a Special Education Peace Corps volunteer.


1979 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-48
Author(s):  
Jack Lamb ◽  
Leonard C. Burrello

This article describes the role of the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) in their support of special education administrators in the context of the aftermath of P. L. 94-142. The forces and factors that are affecting the role incumbent in the special education administrative position are presented in ways in which CASE is attempting to serve its membership in a period of disequilibrium and change. The article is based upon both solicited and unsolicited comments from administrators from around the country. It highlights past and future activities that CASE is seeking to develop and implement in support of leadership persons in delivery of services of all handicapped children in the least restrictive environment.


Diagnostique ◽  
1984 ◽  
Vol 10 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 161-175
Author(s):  
Virginia L. Dixon ◽  
David E. Greenburg

1992 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 34-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Ron Nelson ◽  
Deborah J. Smith ◽  
Lonnie Taylor ◽  
John M. Dodd ◽  
Ken Reavis

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 156-166
Author(s):  
Kevin J. Miller

The author recounts his experience as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar in the Department of Special Education at Armenian State Pedagogical University in Yerevan during the fall of 2016. He describes the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, especially as it pertains to Armenia, and explores the current state of special education in Armenia, specifically inclusion and its impact on students, families, and faculty. The author describes courses he taught for students majoring in speech–language pathology or the education of students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing as well as guest lectures given in Yerevan and elsewhere in Armenia. In addition, he describes a research project he initiated at an elementary school in Yerevan. He concludes with insights gained from this experience.


1989 ◽  
Vol 55 (4) ◽  
pp. 315-320 ◽  
Author(s):  
James S. Fairweather

A survey was conducted among special education administrators in 1,450 local education agencies (LEAs) nationwide, to determine the availability of vocational programs and transition-oriented services for handicapped youth. Results showed that most LEAs offer at least some vocational programs; transition-oriented services are not as frequently available, particularly in smaller LEAs. In addition to size of LEA, community employment opportunities and the availability of adult services were related to whether an LEA offered any transition-related services.


1989 ◽  
Vol 55 (4) ◽  
pp. 298-302 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jane Carter ◽  
George Sugai

A six-item survey was sent to state directors of special education (or their equivalent) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Items were developed to assess the type and level of prereferral intervention usage reported by state level special education administrators. Despite a lack of empirical support and a relatively inconclusive success rate, many state level administrators reported that they require or recommend the use of prereferral intervention strategies.


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