The value of these programs shows up in the long-term benefits as these programs more often than not seem to deliver on their promise of results. Begin with the end in mind. Fit programs to students, not students to programs. Organizational culture and structure count. The practitioner's role is pivotal.
Multidisciplinary instruction is extraordinarily difficult, but well worth the effort.
Standards need to be relative, not universal. Meaningfully involved families are assets, not liabilities. Improving regular education reduces special education expenditures.