Integrated Classroom versus Resource Model: Academic Viability and Effectiveness

@article{Affleck1988IntegratedCV,
  title={Integrated Classroom versus Resource Model: Academic Viability and Effectiveness},
  author={J. Affleck and S. Madge and A. Adams and S. Lowenbraun},
  journal={Exceptional Children},
  year={1988},
  volume={54},
  pages={339 - 348}
}
This article compares student achievement data of the Integrated Classroom Model (ICM) to achievement data in resource room programs. Cost-effectiveness of the two programs is also compared. Comparison of pre- and postscores on the reading, math, and language subtests of the Woodcock-Johnson Psycho-Educational Battery indicated no significant differences in performance among elementary-school students with learning disabilities in integrated classrooms and resource classrooms. Comparisons of… Expand
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