SPE 322 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Intellectual Disability, Pessimism, Social Forces
Document Summary
Itard worked with victor (wild boy- raised by wolves) Seguin developed instructional methodologies/programs which are still used today. In the us- dix, howe, and wilbur pioneered care for people w special needs. Toward end of 19th century: important social forces (urban/industrial) were happening that would impact people w cognitive limitations. Pessimism about what could be done for these people developed. Eugenics movement began; affected people w intellectual disabilities through sterilization, segregation, and limits on immigration. Mental test created- milder forms of retardation were now. Major professional organization for special ed teachers was founded. President kennedy establishes national agenda for mental retardation. Principle of normalization began to become custom. Series of major court cases began to force important changes. Placement of kids and adults into inclusive settings is advocated by parents and professionals. Number of residents in institutional settings continues to drop. Continued attention on early intervention is promoted.
