The implementation of state-level policies designed to enhance the transition of individuals with disabilities from school to adult life

The purpose of this study was to explain processes and strategies utilized by states to implement transition policies designed to facilitate coordination of the state-level service delivery systems of special education, vocational education, and vocational rehabilitation. The analysis framework used in this study was developed by Elmore (1985, 1987) and refined by McDonnell and Elmore (1987). The policy problem presented by the transition initiative provides an ideal opportunity to not only explain the implementation instruments used across state-level agencies focusing on a single issue but also test the use of McDonnell and Elmore's (1987) typology as a viable research framework.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Education

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2011

Author dc:creator

• Wermuth, Thomas R.

Contributors dc:contributor

• DeStefano, Lizanne

• Education, Special
• Political Science, Public Administration
• Education, Vocational

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 1995 Wermuth, Thomas R.

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

AAI9543767
(UMI)AAI9543767

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/20840