Introducing the mentally retarded (1964)
1964 · Short film · 22 min
Synopsis
An introduction to mental retardation. Discusses types and levels of retardation, the education and training of the retarded child, and the importance of recreational activities, socialization, institutionalization, and family life. Shows scenes of mentally retarded children and adults as they work, study, and play [' Provides orientation to general problems of mental retardation. Shows some of the characteristic of mental retardation and possible learning programs for retardates. .//ia', ' Shows how the techniques of contour drawing can be used to develop powers of observation. Discu./ia mhe need for attention to detail and developing hand - eye coordination. ']
Synopsis, reviewed
Details
- Running time
- 22 minutes
- Language
- English
- Collection
- Educational Films, Ephemeral Films
Subjects on the Internet Archive
- 16mm Film
- Educational Film
- Children with mental disabilities
- Mental retardation (Psychology)
- Learning (Psychology)
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