Unit 2: Suggestions for Further Reading

Advocacy References

• Akerley, M.S. (1978). A Philosophy of Advocacy. Lawrence, KS: Kansas University Affiliated Facility.
• Biklen, D., & Zollers, N. (1986). The focus of advocacy in the LD field. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 19(10), 579-586.
• Bliss-Brown, W. (undated). Perspectives on Advocacy--a multidimensional network. Nebraska Developmental Disabilities Council.
• Frith, G.H. (1981). "Advocate" vs. "Professional Employee": A question of priorities for special educators. Exceptional Children, 47(7), 486-493.
• Herr, S.S. (1983). Rights and advocacy for retarded people. In Herr, S.S. Rights and Advocacy for Retarded People. Lexington, MA: D.C. Heath.
• Lourie, N.V. (1975). The many faces of advocacy. In I. Berlin (Ed.) Advocacy for child mental health. New York: Brunner/Mazel.
• Turnbull, A.P., & Turnbull, H.R. (1986). Families, Professionals, and Exceptionality, Columbus, OH: Merril Publishing Company.