Using a technical assistance model, the New England Center Pilot Project provides training and consultation to programs for young children who are deaf-blind in inclusive education settings (preschool, kindergarten, and first grade). This article discusses the model's four major components, salient issues, and recommendations to enhance inclusive education.
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