Current legislation and education reforms suggest that all students would benefit from participation in curricula that integrate academic and occupational learning. Evidence of the effectiveness of integrating academic and occupational curricula for students with disabilities is examined through a review of research. Best practice reviews, case studies, and program evaluations offer only indirect evidence of effects for students with disabilities. Some evaluations suggest that programs incorporating integrated curricula increased academic achievement and persistence. Methodological and conceptual issues must be addressed in future research to promote a better understanding of benefits for students with disabilities.
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