A review of the published literature on self-determination and self-advocacy was conducted to determine implications for practitioners who are interested in implementing various curricula. Articles on self-determination and self-advocacy published between 1992 and 1999 were reviewed. None of these articles were directly related to student-led Individualized Education Programs. Results of the research studies documenting the impact on developing curricula for self-determination are described.
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