Pieces of the Master's Quilt

Persons with physical and mental disabilities have been the target of discriminations across many cultures for thousands of years. Prior to the 1970’s, millions of children with disabilities were either refused enrollment or inadequately served by public schools. Today, in the attempt to prioritize special children’s needs, the government demands continuous information on developing effective special education programs in public and private institutions. In line with this, Dr. Ian Roberts offers a comprehensive discussion on special education in his study entitled Prisoners or Presidents: How and Why Inclusion Determines The Future of Students With Special Needs