Historical perspectives on special education, 1890–1970

摘要: In the light of continuing controversy over role special schools in England, this paper considers development education through examination evidence from two different geographical areas. Particular reference is made to uncovering perspectives those who were subject policies – children and their families drawing on documentary sources, oral history biographies. The authors highlight how relative optimism accompanying opening schools, evident London 1890s, gave way punishment or neglect early 20th century.