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Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Beliefs of Male Elementary School Special Education and General Education Teachers Regarding Full Inclusion for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Saudi Arabia , Sultan Alanazi

The Integration of Assistive Technology by Female In-Service Teachers of Students with Learning Disabilities in Saudi Arabia: A Qualitative Interview Study , Badriah Alotaiby

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Factors to Consider for Effective Implementation of AAC With Students With Autism: Saudi special education teachers’ perspectives , Mazen Abdurhman Almethen

Saudi Parents as Advocates for Their Young Children with Disabilities: Reflections on The Journey , Sadeem A. Alolayan

Self-Determination and The Lived Experience of Employed Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis , Abdelrahman Mohammad Alzarie

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Graduate Teaching Assistants’ Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Students with Disabilities in Higher Education , Yanlys De La Caridad Palacios

The Specifics of Specific Learning Disability: An Analysis of State-Level Eligibility Criteria and Response to Intervention Practices , Lora M. Williams

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Barriers to Reducing the Assistive Technology use for Students with Autism as Perceived by Special Education Teachers in Saudi Arabia , Othman Ahmed Alasmari

Saudi Teachers’ Perspectives on Implementing Evidence-Based Practices Specifically Designed for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Ahmad Saad Alghamdi

Perceptions of Preservice Teachers of Students with Intellectual Disabilities About their Preparation for Inclusive Education , Abdullah Aljudaya

Experiences of Saudi Arabian Mothers of Young Children with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Samirah Bahkali

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Perceptions of Preservice Teachers of Students with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities in their Teacher Preparation Programs in Saudi Arabia , Salman Almughyiri

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

The Use of Assistive Technology with Students with Severe Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Saudi Arabia: Teachers’ Perspectives , Khalid Mohammed Abu Alghayth

Saudi Special Education Preservice Teachers’ Perspective towards Inclusion , Sarah Binmahfooz

The Teacher Evaluation Conundrum: Examining the Perceptions of Special Education Teachers , Gordon Brobbey

Autism and Inclusion in England’s Multi Academy Trust: A Case Study of a Senior Leadership Team , Danielle Lane

Threats to Teaching: An Investigation Into the Constructs of Compassion Fatigue in the Classroom , April M. Steen

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

General Education Teachers’ Perceptions of Response to Intervention Implementation: A Qualitative Interview Study , Adhwaa Alahmari

Deaf Lesbian Identity , Noël E. Cherasaro

Beyond Replicative Technology: The Digital Practices of Students with Literacy-Related Learning Difficulties Engaged in Productive Technologies , Aimee Frier

Learning in the Margins: The Educational Experiences of an African American Male with Disabilities , Aisha Holmes

Including children with learning differences: Experiences of independent school teachers , Lisa M. Lockhart

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Perceptions of Arab American Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Exploratory Study , Haifa Alsayyari

It’s Not All Sunflowers and Roses at Home: A Narrative Inquiry of At-Risk Girls and Their Perceptions of Their Educational Experiences , Jessica Aggeles Curtis

Improving Reading Comprehension of Children with ASD: Implication of Anaphoric Reference Support with Computer Programming , Seda Karayazi Ozsayin

Collaboration with Families: Perceptions of Special Education Preservice Teachers and Teacher Preparation , Mehmet Emin Ozturk

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

The Role of Prep Schools in the Middle to High School Transition of Students in Southeastern Turkey , Mucahit Kocak

Use of a Game-Based App as a Learning Tool for Students with Mathematics Learning Disabilities to Increase Fraction Knowledge/Skill , Orhan Simsek

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Examining Experiences of Early Intervention Providers Serving Culturally Diverse Families: A Multiple Case Study Analysis , Wendy Lea Bradshaw

Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors as Strengths, not Weaknesses: Evaluating the Use of Social Stories that Embed Restricted Interests on the Social Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Maya Nasr

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

The Fight Within: Experiences of School District Employees Who Advocate for the Rights of Their Own Children with Disabilities Inside the Districts Where They Work, a Heuristic Case Study , Keri Haley

Constructing an "Appropriate" Education in Florida Special Education Due Process Final Orders , Michelle Henry

Interagency Collaboration for the Provision of Services to Migrant Children with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Georgina Rivera-Singletary

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Reading Assessment Practices of Elementary General Education Teachers: A Descriptive Study , Sarah Mirlenbrink Bombly

Making a Difference in the Lives of Students: Successful Teachers of Students of Color with Disabilities or who are At-Risk of Identification of Disabilities at a High-Performing High-Poverty School , Tristan L. Glenn

Teacher Perspectives on the Instructional Impact of the Florida Alternate Assessment , Katherine Hawley

Blending Worlds, Reforming Practice?: An Instrumental Case Study Of Collaborative Early Childhood Teacher Education , Ann Marie Mickelson

The Perspectives of Graduate Students with Visual Disabilities: A Heuristic Case Study , Luis Perez

Connective Capacity: The Importance and Influence of Dispositions in Special Education Teacher Education , Scot Mcgregor Rademaker

Examining School Capacity for Inclusion Using a Multi-Dimensional Framework: A Case Study , Amy Lenee-Monnier Toson

Becoming a Teacher in Multiple Voices: An Exploration of Teacher Identity Formation Among Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Mary E. Wilt

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

A Multi-Perspective Exploration of a Cross-Age Tutoring Initiative: An Analysis of the Responses of All Students , Ann Elizabeth Gillies

Examining Teacher Identity and Prospective Efficacy Beliefs Among Students Enrolled in a Precollegiate Urban Teaching Academy (UTA) , Marsha Simon

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Preservice Teachers' Perceptions of their Perspective Transformations: A Case Study , Victoria Caruana

The Development of The Personal Strengths Intervention (PSI) to Improve Self-Determination and Social-Emotional Levels in Postsecondary Students with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD: A Multiple Baseline Study , Jennie L. Farmer

Kujichagalia! Self-Determination in Young African American Women With Disabilities during the Transition Process , La Tonya L. Gillis

Perspectives of Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders Regarding the Factors Related to Their Intent to Remain in the Profession , Glenda Esther Koshy

High Stakes Play: Early Childhood Special Educators' Perspectives of Play in Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms , Joanne Scandling Manwaring

School-Wide PBS: The Link Between Action Planning and Outcomes , Stephanie Angelique Martinez

Guided by the Spirit: Understanding Student Behavior and Theological Philosophy Through the Lens of Secondary Catholic School Teachers , Angela Marie Mucci

It Takes More Than a Whistle: Perceived Characteristics of Effective School Based Coaches , Jenna Nicole Sage

Examining the Experiences of a Select Group of First Year Special Education Teachers: A Multiple Case Study Analysis , Roseanne Kaiser Vallice

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

A Canine Audience: The Effect of Animal-Assisted Therapy on Reading Progress Among Students Identified with Learning Disabilities , Julie Omodio Griess

The Lived School Experiences of a Select Group of Female Adolescents Labeled Emotionally/Behaviorally Disordered , Anna Robic

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Lived Experience: Diverse Perspectives on Raising a Child with Autism , Heather J. Brace

An examination of the implementation of the Second step program in a public school system , Lynn Pedraza

Portraits of Online Teaching and Learning: The Experiences of an Instructor and Six Graduate Students in a Course Entitled Educating Students with Autism , Sarah R. Semon

Striving and Surviving: The Phenomenology of the First-Year Teaching Experience , Michael D. Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Transition Experiences of Selected Emerging Adults With Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties in Higher Education , Kathleen M. Fowler

A Qualitative Analysis of a Teacher Support Program for Educating Students with Emotional Disturbance in an Inclusive Setting , Crystal Williams Harmon

Evaluating the Efficacy of the Developing Algebraic Literacy Model: Preparing Special Educators to Implement Effective Mathematics Practices , Sharon N. E. Ray

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

The Effects of Mentoring on the Elementary Special Education Mentor , Maria Angeliadis

Prevalence of Language Disorders Among Children with Severe Behavioral Problems Referred for a Psychiatric Evaluation by a Large Urban School District , Brenda J. Curtwright

Implementing differentiated instruction in urban, Title I schools:: Effects of facilitated support groups and program fidelity on student achievement , Deborah W. Hellman

Key stakeholder perceptions of the expulsion process for high school students identified as emotionally disturbed , Suzanne R. O'Neill

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

An examination of the experiences of five African American male students with regard to school discipline practices , Simon Yohann Earle

Examining the characteristics of teachers in a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program in varying exceptionalities: Responding to the "highly qualified" teacher mandate , Erica Djuan McCray

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

"I've Got the Power!": Investigating Pre-service Special Educators' Perceptions and Abilities to Teach Reading to Students with Disabilities" , Tandria Milango Callins

Evaluating Positive Behavior Support Plan Implementation In The Home Environment Of Young Children With Challenging Behavior , Michelle A. Duda

Asperger Syndrome: A Case Study on One Family’s Understanding , Ben Graffam

An Examination Of The Relationship Between Urbanicity and Children With Emotional Disturbances Served In Restructuring Public Schools , Karen Monk Harris

Voices From a Marginalized Population: Life Histories of Individuals With Physical Impairments , James Peter Marsh

The Effects of Hand Fidgets on the On-Task Behaviors of A Middle School Student With Disabilities in an Inclusive Academic Setting , Karen S. Voytecki

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Speech-Language Pathologists’ Professional Efficacy Beliefs about Assessing the Language Skills of Bilingual/Bicultural/Bidialectal Students , Karen Patricia Harris

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Theses from 2024 2024.

Early Reading Instruction Methods: An Analysis on the Outcomes of Whole Language Instruction and Phonics Instruction , Kaitlin E. Nims-Fournier (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Improving Peer-to-Peer Learning for Students with Extensive Support Needs in Inclusive Classrooms , Zachary Michael Deets (Dissertation)

Behavior Training for Educators: What Training do Educators Need to Support Students with Challenging Behaviors? , Michelle R. Milburn (Dissertation)

Beyond First Thoughts: Understanding the Essence of Equitable Decision-Making, A Phenomenological Study, White Practitioners as Equitable Educational Decision-Makers , Zinnia Un (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

An Examination of Educator Perspectives on Career and College Pathways for Black, Indigenous, and Students of Color with Disabilities , Rachel Anne Herrick (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

"It's Not by Accident": Examining Leadership Efforts to Disrupt Oregon's Segregated K-12 Education System , Michael Eric Salitore (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Inclusion for Speech-Language Pathology Minority Graduate Students , Teresa Michelle Roberts (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Early Intervention Referral Outcomes for Children at Increased Risk of Experiencing Developmental Delays , Kristi Laurine Atkins (Dissertation)

Impact of Professional Development on Accessible Early Literacy Content for Preschool Children with Disabilities in Public Library Storytime , Melissa Pebly (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

The Impact of Online Professional Development on the Assessment Efficacy of Novice Itinerant Teachers of Students with Multiple Disabilities Including Visual Impairments , Jacqulyn Anne Donnenwirth Daniels (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Parents of Young Children with Autism Receiving Special Education Services , Donna Marie Barrow (Dissertation)

A Brief Intervention to Increase the Use of Precorrection and Praise by Elementary School Teachers , Dustin Bindreiff (Dissertation)

The Voices of Special Educators: How Do Special Educators Teach English Language Learners Who are Receiving Special Education Services? , Elizabeth Ann DuBois (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

An Investigation of School-Based Specific Learning Disability Identification , Bonnie Heather Bartos (Dissertation)

Desirable Conversations: Sexuality and Women with Intellectual Disabilities , Neera Malhotra (Dissertation)

An Examination of School Readiness: How Is the Construct Defined for Children Who Are Blind? , Lisa Joann McConachie (Dissertation)

The Efficacy and Feasibility of a Context-Specific Autism Behavior Rating Tool with Real Time Data Collection Methods from the Perspectives of Clinicians, Educators, and Parents , Kathleen Marie Panaccione (Dissertation)

Exploring the Impact of an LD Diagnosis on the Self-Determination of Women in Poverty , Cynthia Jakes Stadel (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Adjustment to College among Lower Division Students with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Kristy Lee Ann McNulty (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

The Effect of Teacher-Identified Classroom Management , Monica Rose Root (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Early Childhood Inclusion: Teacher Perception of the Supports Needed to Fully Include Children with Special Needs , Meredith Villines (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

The Use and Interpretation of the Batería III With U.S. Bilinguals , Julie Esparza Brown (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 1979 1979

An Evaluation of a Data-Based Sex Education Training Program for Mentally Retarded Adults , Patricia Ann Riley (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 1972 1972

The Effects of Perceptual-Motor Training on the Perceptual-Motor Skills of Emotionally Disturbed Children , Karen R. Brown (Thesis)

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Special Education Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

How Virtual Reality Simulations Prepare Teachers in Teacher Preparation Programs for Inclusive Classrooms , Lorilei G. Thompson

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Understanding Being a Special Education Teacher in the Era of COVID-19: Teacher Perceptions Two Years In , Amanda N. Walkup

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Identifying Factors that Increase Sustainability of SWPBIS in US Middle Schools , Heather L. Hoffert

Teachers’ Perceptions of Causes of Academic Difficulties Experienced by Students who are Culturally and Linguistically Diverse , Courtney D. Miller

Choosing Not to Participate: Cyber Truancy and Special Education , Elizabeth A. Popielarcheck

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Computer-Assisted Instruction Compared to Traditional Instruction on Letter Recognition for Preschoolers with Special Needs , Jamie Nicole Harvey

Effects of Teacher Training in Trial-Based Functional Analysis via Video Modeling , Mary Haspel

Technology Use By Teachers Of Deaf And Hard-Of-Hearing Students , Nichole K. Zirzow

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Beyond the classroom: The need for support for parents with a child diagnosed with autism, ID, and behavioral problems , Erica Curington

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Development of the Dynamic Evaluation Model to Significantly Advance Autism Research , Dana Cihelkova

Application Activities Designed to Prepare Preservice Special Education Teachers for Response and Prevention of Bullying Behaviors , Crystal Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Instructional Leadership for Middle School Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom: The Role of the Principal , Jeremy M. Lynch

Using the Concrete-Representational-Abstract Sequence to Connect Manipulatives, Problem Solving Schemas, and Equations in Word Problems with Fractions , Julie L. Reneau

Expanding training opportunities for parents of children with autism , Jennifer Lee Suppo

Stakeholders' Perceptions of Special Educator Induction Programs in a Low Attrition District , Jeremy Vittek

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Diversity as an Influence on the Choice of Teaching Positions by Pre-service Students in Special Education , Tara A. Brooks

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Use of direct instruction to teach reading to students with significant cognitive impairments: Student outcomes and teacher perceptions , Philip Michael Kanfush III

Literacy knowledge among teachers: Considerations for implementation of the RtI initiative , Amy F. Conner Love

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

The principal's role in creating a school culture that fosters achievement of students with high incidence disabilities: A study of one school , Shelby B. Haines

Life stories of selected adults with learning disabilities: How they come to understand and choose to reveal their disabilities , Christine M. Sampson

Mathematics professional development needs of general education and special education teachers , Kathryn L. Servilio

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Analysis of elementary teachers' self-reports of variables influencing teacher decisions during the special education referral process , Bernard Charles Jones

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Perspectives of key stakeholders with regard to extended school year programs , Billie E. Bonnett

Field perceptions of the Vision Initiative for Children's preschool vision screening training model , P. Kay Nottingham Chaplin

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

An exploration of interdisciplinary collaboration when serving students with moderate and severe disabilities at the middle and high school levels: A current snapshot of perceived barriers and opportunities , Sara A. Brannan

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Preservice general education teachers' perceptions of special education training needs , Kalie Renee Kossar

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

Participants' beliefs about educational risk and resilience in Energy Express, a summer intervention program for West Virginia's elementary schoolchildren , Lynn G. McMullen

Perceptions of moral agency among some preschool special needs teachers , Stephen Keith Pavlovic

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• Examining Relationships between Components of Implementation Fidelity and Student Response within the Context of an Early Numeracy Intervention  Lussier, Cayla ( University of Oregon , 2024-08-07 ) Evidence-based mathematics interventions are critical for supporting students with mathematics difficulties. In research and practice, collecting implementation fidelity is important for ensuring that all the core components ...
• Student Perception of School Climate Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic  Gallo, John ( University of Oregon , 2024-08-07 ) School climate is comprised of experiences of school life that reflect norms, values, relationships, teaching practices and systemic structures. A student’s perception of school climate can be impacted by individual-level ...
• Empathic Education: Perceptions of Self-Determination by Rightful Presence  Galaxy, Annie ( University of Oregon , 2024-08-07 ) Grounded in empathic education and the concept of rightful presence, this study moved beyond dominant inclusion paradigms, such as the inequitable host-guest ‘hospitality’ relationship; crucially, the study design prioritized ...
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The Benefits of Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies and Interventions for Students , Ryan J. Abrahamson Over the years, schools have faced an uphill battle when discussing trauma in students. As the research continues to improve and the more it is studied, more schools are able to talk about it and learn about it. This can become a big weight...

Effects of Four-Day School Week on Teachers and Students , Lisa Cantwell School districts all around the United States are facing ongoing budget cuts, difficulty retaining and recruiting qualified and experienced educators, declining graduation rates, and poor student attendance. An increasing number of school d...

Effective Programming and Instruction for Students With Social and Behavioral Needs , Anna S. Cook Providing special education services to students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) can be especially complex. EBD students often display academic deficits which are compounded by difficult behaviors and result in many students laggi...

How Play-Based Learning Impacts Students With Specific Learning and Social-emotional Needs , Michaela MT Duncan The study of play-based learning has unique implications for educational settings, children, and families.,In recent years play-based learning in education, especially for students with specific learning and social-emotional needs, has had ...

How Sequencing Math Skills for High School Students With Math Goals in an Individual Education Plan (IEP) Supports Academic Growth , Harland Blake Field Eichmann This thesis focuses on how developing standards-based high school math goals can facilitate meaningful collaborations with Individual Education Plan (IEP) team members. Math goal setting is a required part of many IEPs, but little research ...

Lack of Parental Involvement in Special Education: Knocking Down the Barriers , Jennifer LC Johnson Parental involvement in the education of students has long been a topic of interest. Numerous federal mandates have been established to push parental inclusion in education. Numerous studies have also been conducted on the benefits of paren...

Social Emotional Learning in the Field of Special Education , Lauren Lynn Johnson The social and emotional learning (SEL) framework is used by educators to foster social and emotional knowledge to increase the fundamental skills students need for daily life. Students with disabilities face social, emotional, and behavior...

Special Education Options, Resources, and Services in Nonpublic Schools , Philip J. McBride This thesis explores the concept of special education within private schools, as well as reviews the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its implications for educational choice. While IDEA mandates public schools to deliv...

Strategies Teachers in the United States Can Use to Support English Language Learners With Special Needs , Jacqueline G. Ozuna Supporting English language learners (ELL) with special needs is critical due to the increased number of ELL students in the United States. The National Education Association (2020) predicted that by 2025, one in four students in general ed...

The Effects Poverty Has on Literacy , Rachael E. Petersen This literature review examines the effects poverty has on early literacy acquisition and reading progress through middle school years. Poverty and the environment it creates are complex issues that affect the growth and development of a yo...

Barriers and Strategies for Inclusion of Students with Severe Disabilities in General Education , Laura Ramberg The topic of educating students with severe disabilities in the general education setting is not a new idea. Inclusion of these students into the mainstream educational setting is supported by the Individuals with Disabilities Act and throu...

More Than Just a Location: Redefining Inclusion in Special Education , Karen Rowan Inclusive education is widely acknowledged as a beneficial opportunity for students with disabilities. However, the location of the instruction is only one factor in creating inclusive opportunities for all students. For education to be tru...

Alternative Educational Service Delivery Models for Students Receiving Special Education Services , Nikolas S. Sell The landscape of educational models to service students receiving special education services is changing rapidly. Districts, schools, and individual teachers are welcoming a more diverse set of students and families into their classrooms. I...

Restorative Justice Practices Within a School , Channing J. Smith This literature review looks into restorative justice practices within schools, guided by the main research question: How is a restorative justice model best implemented, and what are the associated challenges? Restorative justice is presen...

Brain Development and Intervention for Students Who Experienced Trauma , Alicia Teeter There has been a growing recognition of the profound impact of trauma on students' academic achievement, behavior, and overall well-being. Schools play a critical role in supporting students affected by trauma, and implementing a trauma-inf...

How Students Benefit from Trauma Informed Instruction and Strategies , John Michael Webb Trauma-informed teaching is a life changing undertaking that recognizes the important impact of trauma on students’ lives and learning experiences. This thesis provides a concise overview of the key principles and benefits of trauma-informe...

Children’s Access to Free Play in Nature in Relation to Mental Health and Overall Well-Being , Paige Olivia Wildenauer Children of the current generation are spending less time outdoors than ever before. Facing issues like excessive screen time, safety concerns, overscheduling, poor urban planning and inaccessible parks, children today are losing their abil...

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Primary Causes of Burnout in Special Education Teachers and Strategies to Help Cope with and Deal with the Challenges of Burnout , Marissa L. Auer Special education teachers encounter a variety of challenges throughout the academic school year. Burnout among special education teachers has proven to be a complex issue, with many factors playing a role. This thesis explored the primary ...

The Impact of Trauma on the Learning and Development of Students Receiving Special Education Services , Mikayla M. Bebeau Childhood trauma is known as a health crisis in America. Trauma can be defined in multiple different ways, can be displayed in different behaviors, and can be supported within school if done so appropriately. Within this literature review t...

Culture of Encounter: A Post-intentional Phenomenological Exploration of How Responses to Problematic Student Behavior Come to Be for Elementary Catholic School Educators , Caroline Becker “Phenomenological research has, as its ultimate aim, the fulfillment of our human nature: to become more fully who we are (van Manen, 1997, p. 12).” Rooted in van Manen’s purpose, this study was a post-intentional phenomenological explorati...

Trauma-informed Instruction and How it Influences Mental Health Outcomes in Students With Disabilities , Jeffery Phillip Bishop A growing body of research has shown that mental health needs among school-age children exceed the number of mental health professionals available to address those needs. Since students spend a lot of their time at school, much of the respo...

Responding to Disruptive Behaviors in Educational Environments , Kelsey A. Black Disruptive behaviors are a key factor in classroom management and student progress. Current research focuses on identifying the antecedents for such behavior in order to determine the style of intervention that will best support the student...

Beyond Resilience: Arming Special Education Teachers With “Hope Theory” in the Fight Against Burnout , Eden E. Buchwald-McGlennon Teachers have been forced to face many new workplace challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in March 2020; this has resulted in increased job-related stress. Pre-pandemic, teacher stress levels were already much higher than other oc...

Bullying: Who is at-risk, what are the effects, and what can we do to stop it? , Samantha Nicole Buckley The act of bullying is prevalent in today’s society. The average student in the United States experiences bullying in some form at least once throughout their academic career. Bullying can be defined as any act defined by the victim that is...

Misidentifying English Language Learners with Learning Disabilities , Suzan Cevheroglu This thesis explores the multifaceted issue of misidentifying English Language Learners (ELLs) with learning disabilities (LDs) in the educational system. The study begins by delving into the complicated reasons underlying such misidentific...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Special Education Students in the Mainstream Classrooms , Nikki L. Evens This systematic review of the literature aimed to understand the advantages of placing special education students in mainstream classrooms and identify barriers to positive experiences among special education students. Findings from seconda...

Community School Programming , Timothy D Gilbert Contemporary educational legislation is pushing a resurgence of historic educational program models to meet historic and contemporary barriers to student and school achievement. School districts, especially in urban centers are faced with i...

A Literature Review: Creating and Maintaining Inclusion , Emily Goodson This literature review examines the different parts that are needed in order to create and maintain an inclusive classroom. The success of students in an inclusive classroom, both special education and general education students, can be aff...

Autism across the globe , Megan N. Haack The purpose of this study was to investigate what autism is like across the globe. Autism is a developmental disorder that is associated with social difficulties, restricted and repetitive behaviors. The prevalence of autism diagnoses had i...

Targeting Post-Secondary Readiness Skills in Students With Disabilities for Successful Transition to Adult Living , Anne M. Helseth This study reviews the literature pertaining to post-school outcomes for students with disabilities in light of the IDEA mandate. It includes research into which skills students need, which are most lacking, and how to transfer these skills...

How do mindfulness-informed practices positively affect students with intellectual disabilities , Hilary Hinrichs Mindfulness-informed interventions have gained greater popularity as interventions for schools for a variety of purposes. There has been an increase in research regarding the effect of these practices on students. Adolescent students with i...

Reducing the use of restraint and seclusion in public education , Kimberly Jean Huls The use of seclusions and restraints in public schools is a controversial topic in education that has gained much media attention in the past few decades. Most scholars, educators, and policy-makers are in agreement that it should be used a...

The Impact of Outdoor Classrooms on Students , Minette Stalheim Johnson The learning environment for students, which has been indoors for decades, has moved outdoors in many locales. As the stakeholders contemplate the use of outdoor space for learning, questions about its benefit(s) for students have been expl...

How the Special Education Service Model Can Be Changed to Support Educator's Individual Strengths , Lisa A. Kermode This thesis focuses on research related to the current state of the special education model and it includes qualitative and quantitative literature, as well as current challenges that exist in the industry today. It will specifically addres...

​​Beyond Words: Fine Arts and Performance Art as Self-Expression for Developmentally Delayed Students , Elizabeth Maureen Ketz This thesis explores the research behind the implementation of special education curriculum in dance and music. Music education and dance have been shown to be effective means of self-expression, a necessary component of child development. ...

Types of anxiety diagnosed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder , Molly Elizabeth Larson This literature review unravels comorbidities that accompany Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), specifically the various types of anxiety observed in children and adolescents at school, in their home lives, and in the community. This review e...

Analyzing the Social Benefits of Inclusion for Students in Special Education , Margo LeMahieu Inclusive education has been on the rise in recent years. Now more than ever, students with and without disabilities are in the same classroom, learning together, and creating positive relationships with each other. Inclusive education has ...

Autism, anxiety and the impact of therapeutic practices and evidence based strategies , Roberta L. Luby This literature review examined research on the prevalence of anxiety disorders in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions for managing anxiety symptoms. Studies consistently demons...

Visual Supports and Autism , Donna L Macoskey Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that involves persistent challenges in social interaction, speech and nonverbal communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors. Children on the Autism Spectrum thrive o...

Implementing Positive Behavior Interventions in an Alternative Setting , Brooke L. Maday Historically alternative settings are known for their punitive approaches to behaviors. In the early 2000s, alternative education and juvenile residential settings adopted and adapted a positive approach to behavior intervention called “Pos...

The Benefits of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies to Support Students in Special Education , Connor J. Malcolm The number of children experiencing traumatic events is occurring at an alarming rate. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), more than two-thirds of children in the United States are going to or hav...

Reading interventions for students with emotional behavioral disorders , Erin O. Maly The focus of this literature review is to determine the efficacy of reading interventions for students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders with comorbid reading disabilities. Students with EBD frequently exhibit reading difficulties which p...

Restorative Practice Outcomes on Exclusionary Behavior in Schools with Consideration of Educator and Student Perspective , Bree D Medin The prevalent use of in-school and out-of-school suspensions persists despite evidence indicating behavior improvement and racial disparities in suspensions. Exclusionary discipline’s lasting negative consequences include poor academic achi...

Supporting the Mental Health Needs of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Rachel E. Nardelli This thesis studies interventions to support the mental health of students with autism spectrum disorder. According to Mazefsky (2019), more than 70% of youth with ASD have mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. According ...

Mental Health and How it Affects Academic Performance in Special Education Students , Jenna L. Newberger Mental health is an important topic about which many people have heard or learned about. It affects all people in various ways and can especially affect careers, schooling and social lives. Because of this, it is imperative to understand ho...

The Importance of Classroom Management in Autism Spectrum Disorder Classrooms , Lindsay C. Nicklason Children that are on the Autism Spectrum thrive on routine, visuals, and calm learning environments. When teaching in an Autism classroom, good classroom management is key to ensuring the students have all the tools they need to succeed. Th...

The Effects of Social Story Interventions Used With Autistic Students , Sarah J Ogren Social-emotional learning is an essential part of everyday learning for students in the classroom. Providing students with evidence-based social-emotional learning practices, such as Social Stories, increases student academics and behavior....

The Effects of Mindfulness on Special Education Students in the General Education Classroom , Jessica Ostendorf Can mindfulness interventions have a positive impact on both special education students and general education students in the classroom? How does mindfulness affect students’ behavior, academic achievement, and over all wellbeing? This lite...

How Does a Four Day Work Week Affect Students' Achievement, Attendance, and Behavior , Joshua David Palmquist This thesis focuses on a four-day school week and the benefits of this approach as it relates to student achievement, attendance and behavior. Over the past two decades, the popularity of a four-day school week has grown, most notably in ru...

Gender Differences in Autism Spectrum Disorder , Charlene Roach Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by a developmental disorder with multiple variations of severity which are characterized by the difficulties in communication, social interactions, and restricted or repetitive patterns of beh...

Collaborative teaching in the inclusive environment: A review of teaching models, benefits, barriers and preparation , Travis B. Rotegard This literature review explains the definition of collaborative teaching (co-teaching) in the inclusive environment. It explores the co-teaching models, and the opinions of those models through the lens of professionals and students. This r...

The Impact of the Inclusion of Movement and Exercise (Physical Learning) on Students in Educational Settings Receiving Special Education Services , Christopher P. Scanlon There continues to be an increase in child and adolescent obesity. Youth receiving special education services are particularly at risk of being more inactive than their peers. There are numerous benefits to engaging in physical activity, no...

Social Media Influence on Emotional and Behavioral Well-Being of High School Aged Students and Educator Intervention , Kayla M. Schroeder Social media use plays a significant role in the lives of adolescents worldwide. Social media allows for adolescents to build connections, express themselves, seek information, and share or view content. Globally, adolescent mental health d...

How Movement-Based and Sensory-Based Interventions Impact Emotional and Academic Success in Students with Disabilities (Autism/ADHD) , John Skalitzky Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder are two of the most prevalent diagnoses in education today. Each diagnosis is individual to the student. However, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperacti...

The Impact of Autism Spectrum Disorder on Family , Christa R Skitsko As the prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continuously increases, more individuals and their families are impacted. Parents may be significantly affected by raising a child with an ASD diagnosis due to increased stress from the di...

Implications of Teacher Burnout Related to Being a Special Education Provider , William M Sprouls ABSTRACT The profession of special education instructor has evolved over the years. Special education teachers must often manage lesson plans that make accommodations for all intellectual and disability needs of students. Special education ...

Improving the Perception, Assessment and Diagnosis of Females with Autism , Sydney Anne Steen This literature review examines current biases in perception, assessment, and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for females. Males lead in the number of diagnoses of ASD, however, many of the assessments used to evaluate for ASD a...

A Comparison of Two Approaches Used Within a Multi-tiered System of Supports That Enhance Students' Academic Achievement , Michaella Marie Steinfeldt While students are receiving a high-quality education within the classroom, some students face difficulty performing adequately on assessments. These students typically receive intervention support to assist in increasing their skill defici...

Effective Methods of Teaching Phonological Awareness and Phonics to Individuals With Reading Difficulty , Lydia C. Stevenson Reading struggles have been a constant and pervasive issue for individuals. Reading struggles can be caused by various factors, such as poor reading instruction or, in some cases, a reading disability. Throughout the decades, there have bee...

The Impact of School Climate on Student Achievement , Matthew C Straumann This thesis reviews literature linking school climate and academic achievement. There are 30 sources that were reviewed and examined for this thesis. Three main points were found in this review. The link between school climate and bullying,...

Social emotional learning and its needs and benefits for students with down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and emotional behavioral disorder , Mariah Kay Uphoff Social Emotional Learning (SEL), the lifetime process of developing skills that enable healthy relationships with others and with the self, has continued to grow in importance as educational programs emphasize more and more the value in edu...

Effective Grading Practices Benefit Mainstreamed Students with Intellectual Disabilities , Jessie M. Wick This study reviews the literature pertaining to grading practices and how grades can affect students with intellectual disabilities who are mainstreamed. It includes research into teacher grading practices, messages that grades reflect and ...

The Impact of Teacher Attrition on Equitable Education for Students from Underserved Communities , Marian Alicia Williams ABSTRACT The current teacher shortage has created a looming crisis in education in the United States that most frequently impacts students from underserved communities. Receiving an equitable education in our country should not be assumed b...

Promoting Inclusion for Students Through Service-Learning , Charlene Marie Winter The following literature review explores how service-learning can be used in an inclusive setting. How can schools use service-learning to promote diverse learning by including students of varying abilities? Studies have shown that service-...

Constructive Influence of Music and Acoustics for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASF) , William Jay Ziesmer Music is one of the oldest building blocks in human civilization and throughout most of human history. It’s played a crucial role in the education system of many students throughout the United States and across the world. Music can provide ...

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Educator Support and Autonomy: Combating the Loss of Self-Efficacy Influencing Educators' Burnout , Chelsea L. Amell Educator trauma-informed teaching practices in education systems are paving the way for schools to meet the needs of students who have experienced trauma and support students from experiencing secondary trauma. Furthermore, exploring the ef...

Strategies to Teach Grit and Perseverance to Students with Special Needs Through the Growth Mindset , Melissa J. Anderson Recently, there has been increased attention on the importance of non-cognitive skills in achieving academic success. Grit and The Growth Mindset are two of the characteristics. Research has established a positive correlation between Grit a...

How Read Alouds Can Promote Higher-Level Thinking Skills in Students with Developmental Disabilities , Jennifer M. Bakken This thesis consists of a literature review of research in the area of read alouds and how they can promote higher-thinking skills in students with developmental disabilities. Historically, read alouds have been used in early elementary sch...

Classroom Management Strategies That Prolong On-Task Behaviors and Increase Success for Special Education Students with ADHD , Renee A. Barstow Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most common neurological disorders among youth, leading to symptoms of impulsivity, inattention, and cognitive processing differences when compared to same-age typically developing peer...

Impact of a Student’S Culture on Placement in Special Education , Anna Best IDEA requires that schools address the disproportionate amount of minority students in Special Education. This literature review will summarize current research (2010 or later) on the evidence of disproportionality of minority students in S...

Choosing Educational Strategies to Develop Social Studies Knowledge and Encourage Civic and Political Participation Among Students With Special Education Needs , Marc Louis Biermann This research will address three questions: 1) To what extent do people with disabilities participate in the political process, 2) What do studies reveal about social studies education for students with disabilities, and 3) How can teachers...

Disproportionality in Special Education: A Majority of Minority Students in Special Education , Sharon Hubbard Booth Disproportionality in special education has been discussed, written about among scholars, authors, and has been debated in courts for over four decades. Minority groups that are most often referred to in this context are African Americans, ...

Teachers' Union's Collective Bargaining Agreements and Their Impact on School Functions , Chad Jonas Borseth Teachers' unions have a vital role in public education. The collective bargaining agreements negotiated between them and school districts are viewed by many as the de facto rule book for how a school is organized and how it shall operate. D...

The Most Effective Transition Programming For Middle and High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) , Matthew Kjell Brunsvold This thesis is a research project focusing on Transition Services for students with autism spectrum disabilities (ASD). Research was completed regarding evidence-based and effective transition practices. The findings were organized specific...

How to Effectively Support Students with Dyscalculia , Robin M. Conley Dyscalculia is a neurodevelopmental disorder, which makes it difficult for some individuals to automatically recognize numbers, estimate, perceive pictures, and order items and procedures correctly. It is similar to dyslexia, a common comor...

Teaching Through a Polyvagal Lens: Using the Science of Safety to Co-Regulate in the Classroom , Anna Isolde Dahlen According to Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory, social responses to environments are mediated by the limbic system either by vagal input or vagal withdrawal (Mulkey & Du Plessis, 2019). The nervous system preconsciously perceives threats thr...

Evidence-Based Interventions to Address Elopement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Hailey Noelle Ek Elopement is a concerning behavior among autistic children. This thesis focused on evidence-based strategies and interventions used to treat elopement for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Response blocking occurs immediately after a...

Teacher Shortages and Student Learning , Julia M. Elliott Staffing shortages have been a growing area of concern for school districts, which has driven research over the years. This literature review examined the effects that staffing shortages have on student learning and student achievement. Add...

How Does Trauma Informed Teaching Impact Student Learning? , Keith Enstad This literature review will explore the impact of a trauma-informed approach on students' ability to learn. The reader will learn about key terms and definitions that are used throughout the literature. The following literature review explo...

Inclusion Strategies and Perspectives in Special Education , Meghan Filipek This work drives to discover evidence related to the reasoning for varying perspectives in special education- specifically focusing on negative perspectives and what the reasoning is, and supportive strategies to make the shift to more posi...

Trauma-Informed Practices and Students with Disabilities in Elementary School , Kimberly Jane Haney Trauma-informed practices have become more utilized within the education setting, which has led to the need for teachers to be educated in these practices. Educators need to know how trauma impacts their students and appropriate interventio...

Successful Co-Teaching Models in the Secondary Setting , Alexandra L. Hermoza Co-teaching is an educational practice that emerged in the early 1970’s with the creation of the IDEA act. In this inclusive teaching model, a special education and a general education teacher work together to share responsibilities of the ...

Trauma: How the Student Teacher Relationship Impacts Student Success , Eujeana Starr Hinkle High behavioral and academic expectations are exceptionally challenging for students who have experienced trauma. With increasing numbers of students who have experienced significant trauma, it is essential that teachers create trauma-respo...

The Effects of Trauma on Special Education Students Specifically Within Certain Disability Categories Such As Selective Mutism, Autism, and Other Health Disabilities , David R. Johnston Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have been shown to have life-long consequences. The trail of trauma often associated with negative childhood experiences can impact students as they go through the developmental stages of adolescents all...

Factors Affecting the Academic Self-Concept of K-12 Students with Reading Disabilities , Jamie L. Kaihoi The way students perceive themselves as learners is referred to as their academic self-concept (ASC). ASC is made up of the thoughts and feelings a student has about their experience in the classroom with learning tasks and research has sho...

The Impact of Trauma on Learning and Behaviors in the Classroom and how a Trauma-Informed Classroom Helps , Susanne W. Karris As trauma is becoming more prevalent among our students, it is essential that districts, schools, and staff understand its impacts in the classroom. The American Psychological Association (2021) estimates that more than ⅔ of children experi...

The Impact of Poverty on High School Graduation Rates , Andrew Lanners Kids living in poverty is an issue that can impact students in many ways, especially educationally. This thesis paper goes in depth on how poverty negatively impacts graduation rates. Students living in poverty can be negatively impacted so...

The Influence of Restorative Practice on School Climate , Kay E. Lister The impact of restorative practices on school climate is affirmed as the fostering of teacher-student relationship impacts connection, empathy, and social skills. Bullying decreased, self-advocacy increased, and school communities became bo...

The Effects of Mindfulness Interventions to Enhance Educational Experiences and Sense of Well Being , Madeline Ruth Luoma More recently than ever, teachers are witnessing an uptick in aggressive behaviors and emotional dysregulation and decreased academic engagement within their classroom walls. This can impact the learning environments of all students and hin...

ASD Social Skills Development Using Immersive Virtual Environment Head-Mounted Display Interventions: A Review of Feasibility and Effectiveness , Kasey Lynn This literature review determined the feasibility and effectiveness of Immersive Virtual Environment (IVE) virtual reality head-mounted display (HMD) interventions to develop social skills for children with ASD. Data summarized 11 research ...

The Female Autism Experience: A Literature Review , Megan Elizabeth Maas Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is characterized by communication challenges, difficulties in socialization, and the occurrence of restrictive, repetitive behaviors. Current data in the United States indicates that 1 in 44 children are diagn...

Teacher Burnout , Michelle L. Miller Every year thousands of teachers across the world leave the classroom due to teacher burnout. Teacher burnout syndrome is the emotional and physical exhaustion originating from excessive job stress. Burnout originates from excessive workloa...

Self-Advocacy and Postsecondary Program Achievement in Students With High-Incidence Disabilities , Alyssa Nelson This literature review examines studies that investigated and evaluated the relationship between self-advocacy and college program completion in postsecondary students with disabilities. Research was reviewed that used school-aged participa...

The Benefits of Co-Teaching Students with Special Education Needs in the General Education Classroom , Stephen R. Nelson This research project has focused on co-teaching students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Co-teaching is synonymous with cooperative teaching and has been increasing in school districts across the United States and int...

The Impact of the Pandemic on Social Emotional Learning , Bryan Kilbourne Norman The COVID-19 pandemic declared in March of 2020 disrupted the landscape of education and presented students and teachers with unforeseen impacts and obstacles. Notably, negative social and emotional issues arose as these changes drove stude...

Facing the Teacher Shortage of America , Cheryl L. Novine With the nationwide shortage of teachers and the decrease in those entering the field of teaching, school districts are suffering the impact and ultimately students will be impacted as well. In one way or another, those impacted by the qual...

The Effects of Poverty on Students' Mental Well-Being , Esther P. Nyagwencha-Nyamweya Poverty is a global problem that has impacted the mental well-being of students. Research shows that in the US, one out of five children under the age of 18 live in poverty. This literature review sought to determine the effects of poverty ...

Best Practices for Elementary Reading Interventions , Kathleen E. Owen Literacy skills are essential for success in school, work, and social life. In spite of years of research and reform, there is still an alarming rate of illiteracy in America today. This literature review, with application emphasis thesis, ...

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Understanding Administrative Support from the Perspective of Special Educators , Morgan M. Glasson

Efficacy and Outcome Beliefs of General and Special Education Teachers Working with Culturally Linguistically Diverse Students with Disabilities , Jennifer L. Hastings

Transition Planning and the School to Prison Pipeline: a Phenomenological Study Investigating the Lived Experiences of Alternatively Placed High School Black Males with High Incidence Disabilities , Brandon Garrett Thornton

Training Caregivers of Young Children Who Are Deaf / Hard of Hearing To Implement Communication Facilitation Strategies , Rachel Lynn Wells

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Factors Associated with Parent Involvement for African American Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Findings from the Nlts-2012 , LaTonya J. Harris

Special Education Preservice Teachers Culturally Responsive Teaching Self-Efficacy: a Mixed Methods Study , Krystal Lewis-Pratl

Exploring African American Vernacular English and Disproportionality in Special Education , Camille O'Quin

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Factors That Influence Parent Communication Decisions for Their Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child in Illinois , Karla A. Giese

Orientation and Mobility Service Decisions: What Is Guiding Them if It Is Not Assessment? , Lauralyn Kay Randles

Being Black while Leading: a Mixed Methods Study of Black Administrators' Experiences in U.s. Public Schools , Latasha Marie Schraeder

Special Education Pre-service Teachers’ Perceptions of Cooperating Teachers’ Co-teaching Relationships: a Qualitative Study , Christianna N. Vehlow

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Knowledge, Concerns, and Interventions Related to D / Deaf English Learners , Molly Beth Turner

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Communication between Home and School for Parents of Children with Chronic Illness , Keri Edwards

Deaf / Hard of Hearing Preschool Students’ Acquisition of Language through Dyadic and Triadic Communication Contexts , Molly S. Herman

Teaching Students with Developmental Disabilities To Sequence Academic Content Using Video Modeling and Constant Time Delay via an Ipad Application , Allison Marie Kroesch

Young Adults with Visual Impairments and Driver's Education: Journeys of Self-Efficacy, Identity, and Transition to Adulthood , Molly Pasley

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Caregivers' and Professionals' Perceptions on Collaboration in Early Intervention , Sara J. Edwards

Teachers' Perceptions of Addressing Leisure in Curriculum for Students with Severe Disabilities , Kara Klepp

A Qualitative Investigation of Secondary General Education Teachers' Perspectives on Their Involvement in Transition Services , Stephen M. Kwiatek

Computer-Mediated Communication Usage and Perceptions amongst Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Laura A. Massier

Measuring the Longitudinal Communication Growth of Learners Who Are Deafblind , Kristi M. Probst

Investigating Trust Relationships between Special Education Teachers and Their Principals and Special Education Directors , William D. Roseland

The Effects of Text-to-Speech on Reading Comprehension of Students with Learning Disabilities , Mary Cece Young

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Social Positioning: Positioning Adults with Severe and Multiple Disabilities and Complex Communication Needs for Social Interaction , Dena Bonnike

Understanding the Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Preservice Learning and Behavioral Specialists during Their Practicum, Field-Based, and Student Teaching Semesters , Alice S. Cahill

Educators' Perceptions of the Importance and Intensity of Supports in the General Education Classroom for Students with Individualized Education Plans , Stephanie N. DeSpain

Parent-Implemented Intervention Using an Ipad To Enhance Expressive Language in Young Children , Yvette Renee Evans

Effects of a Self-Advocacy Intervention on the Ability of High School Students with High Incidence Disabilities To Advocate for Academic Accommodations , Nancy J. Lopez

Elementary General Education Teachers' Perspectives towards the Inclusion of Students with Emotional Disturbances , Leona E. O'Dear

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Delivering the Parent-Implemented Communication Strategies ( Pics ) Intervention Using Distance Training and Coaching with a Father and His Child Who Is Hard of Hearing , Marc Daczewitz

Effects of Explicit Reading Comprehension Strategy Instruction for English Learners with Specific Learning Disabilities , Sara Lynn Jozwik

Rural High School Special Education Teachers' Perceptions Related to Structured Work Experiences , Abigail Meghan Christina Lies

Perceptions of the Roles of Paraprofessionals and Other Support Strategies To Assist Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom , Chrystyna Eliashevsky Sroka

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Evaluating Factors That Influence Treatment Integrity during Peer Consultation , Jennifer Ann Arms

The Effect of Metalinguistic Strategy Instruction on the Oral and Written Expression of School-Aged Children , Karen Lara Dudek

Exploratory Study of the Perspectives of Midlife Adults with Intellectual Disability, Their Parents, and Case Managers Regarding Quality of Life and Needed Supports and Services , Jane L. Lurquin

The Effect of Self-Monitoring on Academic Engagement of Students with Emotional Disturbance , Clayton Theisinger

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

An Examination of Student Perceptions of Regional Safe School and Public School Services , Elizabeth Degruy

Leadership for Equity in Education: Perceptions of Disability Studies Concepts by Directors of Special Education , Andrea P. Dinaro

Understanding the Support Needs of People with Intellectual and Related Developmental Disabilities through Cluster Analysis and Factor Analysis of Statewide Data , Yuwadee Viriyangkura

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Theses and Dissertations--Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education

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Theses/Dissertations from 2024 2024

How Important is Parental Involvement and Engagement in Preschool , Emilee M. Dixon

USING NATURALISTIC LANGUAGE INTERVENTIONS TO INCREASE EXPRESSIVE COMMUNICATION OF AAC USERS WITH AUTISM , Kacey Eaton

Effect of Video Modeling and Teacher Praise on Turn-taking Behavior of Preschoolers in an Inclusive Setting , Happiness Efeturi

PIXELS OR PEOPLE: A COMPARISON OF THE DIFFERENITAL EFFECTS OF ANIMATED AND HUMAN VIDEO MODELS ON EXERCISE BEHAVIORS FOR HGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY , Jade Alexis Fulkerson

CHILD LANGUAGE AND HAPPINESS BEHAVIORS: EVALUATING THE EFFECTS OF CAREGIVER COACHING , Ashlen Grubbs

Evaluating a Rapid Coaching Intervention Delivered Remotely: Teaching Naturalistic Language Strategies to a Parent of Child with Down Syndrome , Pallie Gullett

Training Paraprofessionals In The Implementation Of Aided Language Modeling With Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities And CCN , Julianne Hill

COMPARISON OF VIDEO MODELING AND IN-VIVO LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION IN PRESCHOOL , Jessah Marlee Hughes

DIRECTOR FOLLOW-UP OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT , Katherine Jordan

SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S EATING BEHAVIOR IN A PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM , Olajumoke Leshi

Differential Effects of Criteria for Increasing Delay Intervals in Progressive Time Delay , Kai O'Neill

Group vs. Individual Video Modeling for Acquisition of Pilates for Individuals with Disabilities , Brittany Rounce

BUILDING INDEPENDENCE THROUGH STRUCTURED WORK SYSTEMS FOR STUDENTS WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE DISABILITIES , Maggie Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

EFFECTS OF VIDEO MODELING WITH VOICE-OVER NARRATION VERSUS NO VOICE-OVER NARRATION , Kennedy Carpenter

EVALUATING THE DIFFERENTIAL EFFECTS OF USING A TECHNOLOGY-BASED ANTECEDENT INTERVENTION IN COMPARISON TO A TECHNOLOGY-BASED TREATMENT PACKAGE , Rachel Fosnaught

ESTABLISHING SELF-INSTRUCTION SKILLS BY TEACHING MANDS FOR INFORMATIONAL INQUIRIES WITH INTELLIGENT VOICE ASSISTANTS USING PROGRESSIVE TIME DELAY , Taylor Rae Kelley

Comparing the Efficacy of Interventions Derived from Concurrent Operant Analysis and Indirect Assessment , Lane Marquardt

Comparing Indirect Assessment Results to a Direct Function Focused Preference Assessment to Identify Potential Reinforcers to Increase Task Completion in a School Setting , Kailee Joy Matthews

Self-Advocacy Training for Students with Complex Communication Needs using Time Delay and Generative Learning , Alexis Rai Patterson

ASYNCHRONOUS E-TRAINING AND COACHING TO INDONESIAN PARENTS: NATURALISTIC STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN WITH SOCIAL-COMMUNICATION DELAYS , Ndaru Prapti

EVALUATING A RAPID COACHING INTERVENTION THAT INCLUDES INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION: TEACHING A PARENT NATURALISTIC STRATEGIES , Lauren Reiss

Effects of Peer Training on the Use of Aided Language Modeling and AAC User Communicative Acts , Shelby Smith Sheets

DISABILITY LABEL AND LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENTS: GENERAL ELEMENTARY EDUCATION TEACHERS’ EXPERIENCES AND PERCEPTIONS , Sara Sheffler

A Comparative Analysis of Applied Behavior Analysis and the Montessori Method , Emily Webb

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Coaching and Training Paraprofessionals to Implement Communication Strategies in the Classroom with Students with Disabilities , Andrea Grace Antoniewicz

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Hello, inquisitive brains! We’ll delve into the enthralling realm of special education thesis topics today. This subject is certain to catch your attention, whether you’re a student studying education or just curious to learn more about the opportunities and difficulties that come with special education .

The subject of special education is intricate and constantly changing to offer resources and support to kids with impairments. There has been an increase in interest in this field in recent years as educators, decision-makers, and families work to guarantee that all kids have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. You can learn more from resources like the National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER).

There are many topics to investigate in this area, ranging from inclusive classrooms and the use of assistive technology to the support families and the community can provide for students in special education. Join us as we examine some of the most fascinating and significant special education thesis topics, whether you’re interested in expanding your knowledge of special education or are merely curious about what the future holds for this crucial area of education. You can explore qualitative research topics in special education for a more in-depth look at these.

What are the Three Most Critical Issues That Face Special Educators? | Special Education Thesis Topics

Special educators must contend with several pressing problems, but the following three are of particular significance:

• Ensuring all students with disabilities have access to inclusive and equitable education is one of the most urgent challenges in special education. Regardless of their disability, race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background, special educators must ensure that all students receive the assistance and accommodations they need to succeed in the classroom. The Council for Exceptional Children provides resources and advocacy for further reading on this topic.
• The quality of education and services offered to kids with disabilities may be significantly impacted by the national lack of special education teachers. Highly competent and successful instructors must be recruited, kept on staff, and given the tools and support they need to meet the needs of the pupils.
• The lack of funds and resources for special education programs is another major problem that special educators must deal with. To offer essential support and accommodations for children with disabilities, special educators must push for more money and resources. They must also work to ensure that resources are allocated properly and fairly.

These are only a few pressing problems special educators must deal with; many others demand attention and action. We can ensure that all students with disabilities receive the assistance and accommodations they require to attain their full potential by addressing these problems and collaborating to improve special education programs.

Special Education Dissertation Topics

Additional factors to think about and prospective special education dissertation ideas are listed below:

• Policy and Legislation: The part that policy and legislation play in determining the special education environment, including teacher qualifications, access, and funding.
• Inclusive Education : The idea of inclusive education, the success of inclusive classrooms for children with disabilities, implementation issues, and best practices.
• Assessment and Evaluation: The evaluation and assessment of students with disabilities, covering issues such as standardized testing, other evaluation methods, and the influence of evaluation on academic results.
• Technology in Special Education: The application of technology to aid students with disabilities, covering issues like digital accessibility, assistive technology, and the moral implications of technology use in special education.
• Collaboration and Partnerships: The significance of collaboration and partnerships in special education, covering issues like interprofessional cooperation, community partnerships, and family participation.
• Teacher Education and Professional Development: Training and professional development for special education teachers, covering the best ways to prepare teachers, how to keep good teachers, and how to support their continuous professional growth.
• Postsecondary Transitions: The transition for students with disabilities from secondary to postsecondary education and the workforce, covering subjects like career and technical education, transition planning, and the influence of postsecondary education on professional outcomes.

These are only a few possible special education dissertation ideas to consider. It’s crucial to consider your interests and areas of competence when choosing a topic, as well as your study’s possible influence and applicability to special education.

List of Special Education Dissertation

You might find the following list of themes in the dissertation on special educational needs to be helpful:

• A Case Study in [Location] on the Effectiveness of Inclusive Education for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Parental Viewpoints on the Transition for Children with Developmental Disabilities from Early Intervention to Preschool Special Education Services.
• A study of how teacher collaboration affects learning-disabled students’ achievement.
• The function of assistive technology in assisting dyslexic students with reading comprehension .
• Optimal Techniques for Assisting Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders in Inclusive Environments.
• Co-teaching and Resource Room Models for Providing Special Education Services: A Comparative Study.
• An investigation of how self-control and academic performance related for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
• Investigating the obstacles that adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities face in the workplace.
• The Function of Special Education Administrators in Promoting the Adoption of Research-Based Interventions.
• A Social Skills Intervention for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in [Location] is Being Examined for Effectiveness.

These are just a few instances of potential special education dissertation ideas. Remember that it’s crucial to pick a subject you are enthusiastic about that fits your research objectives and interests. Wishing you success with your study!

Research Topics on Inclusive Education

The following research areas in inclusive education are listed:

• The effect of teacher attitudes and beliefs on adopting inclusive education practices: This study may examine how teachers’ attitudes and beliefs on diversity, inclusion, and disability affect their capacity to adopt inclusive educational practices.
• Peer support’s effect on social outcomes in inclusive classrooms: This study may examine how peer support fosters social inclusion and healthy connections between students with and without disabilities.
• Examining the effectiveness of inclusive education practices in fostering the academic success of students with disabilities, including the impact of differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and other strategies, this research could look at the academic outcomes for students with disabilities due to inclusive education.
• Effective techniques for meeting the different learning requirements of children with multiple impairments in inclusive classrooms could be explored in this study. These strategies might include assistive technology, tailored assistance, and collaborative planning.
• The effect of inclusive education practices on students without disabilities’ attitudes and beliefs about students with disabilities might be investigated in this study, which would also encourage social inclusion and good connections.
• Effective models of professional development that support teachers’ knowledge and expertise in inclusive education practices and encourage the successful implementation of these practices in the classroom could be examined in this study as effective strategies for supporting teachers’ professional development in inclusive education.

These are only a few instances of inclusive education-related research topics. There will probably be additional areas of concentration and study to support the effective implementation of inclusive education approaches as the subject develops. Download the special education research paper thesis pdf.

Education Research Paper Topics | Action Research Topics in Special Education

These additional special education action research topics may also be helpful to you:

• The Success of a Collaborative Teaching Model in Inclusive Classrooms for Students with Disabilities.
• Assisting ADHD students in the classroom with self-control techniques.
• Using picture books to improve literacy outcomes for students with intellectual disabilities.
• The effect of family involvement on disabled students’ academic performance.
• Increasing parental involvement and knowledge of the IEP process (individualized education plan).
• PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Promotion in the Classroom to Enhance Student Results.
• Through peer-mediated interventions, social skills are being developed for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Improving the services and planning for disabled students transitioning from high school to postsecondary education.
• The effect of digital storytelling on students with developmental disabilities social and communication abilities.
• Examining the application of mindfulness techniques to students with emotional and behavioral disorders.

These are but a few possible action research in special education subjects to think about. Remember that it’s crucial to pick a subject that fits your research interests and objectives and has the potential to improve the lives of students with disabilities.

Special Education Essay Topics

Here are some ideas for special education essay themes you might find helpful:

• The Advantages and Difficulties of Inclusive Education for Disabled Students.
• History, Laws, and Services of the Special Education System are Outlined.
• The Function of Assistive Technology in Assisting Disabled Students.
• Best Practices and Strategies for Differentiated Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities.
• Addressing the Special Education Needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) with Disabilities.
• The Challenges and Best Practices of Family Participation in Special Education.
• Culturally Sensitive Special Education: Approaches to Serving Diverse Learners’ Needs.
• Assisting Students with Disabilities in Maintaining their Mental Health and Wellbeing.
• Preparing for Postsecondary Life through Transition Planning and Services for Students with Disabilities.
• Challenges and Opportunities in Special Education’s Application of Ethics and Professional Standards.

Just a few special education essay themes are provided above. Remember that it’s crucial to pick a subject that fits your research interests and objectives and has the potential to improve the lives of students with disabilities.

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Special education research topics study issues related to the quality of education people with disabilities get. Studying this field helps to improve the learning atmosphere for students with disabilities and address any challenges that they face. For instance, action research topics in special education help improve teachers’ classroom practices and how students adapt to the real world.

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You can use several interesting special education research topics in your essay. However, if you need help with educational research topics, read on to find a list of 120+ topics we have compiled.

Social issues research topics play a critical role in identifying problems and solutions that people deal with in a community. That makes it a vital element for people studying special ed research topics. We have compiled qualitative research topics in special education you can use.

• Ways that peer support can help children with disability socialize in the classroom
• What are the social challenges faced by special needs children in mainstream schools?
• A review of how to address the needs of a gifted child that has special needs
• Best ways to address the needs of students with emotional disorders in special education
• Special education feeds vs. school funding: Are there inequality issues?
• How can the education system offer an easy transition to children with special needs in early education?
• Strategies for creating a culturally responsive classroom
• Do educators who work with children with special needs need counseling?
• A look at how children with special needs transit from school to employment
• What are the best practices for developing social skills in students with autism?
• Is it fair to have alternatives to traditional testing for children with special needs?
• In what ways does special education help to promote social justice and Equality in Education
• How to identify students with hidden needs in special education
• What is the role of cultural competence in special education?
• Can poverty influence special needs outcomes?
• Assertive technology in special education: The review
• Are teachers for students with special education with low supply?
• Should those who teach special education get better pay?
• Can education improve the life of a student with special needs?
• Ways that technology can make it easy for educators to train kids with special needs

If you are looking for trending and interesting topics that will impress your professor, then consider choosing anatomy research paper topics or social media research paper topics . Note that the best special edu topic will help take your essay to the next level.

• How do social media help people with special needs in the community?
• A look at how social media has advocated for special education
• What role has social media played in cultural competency in special education?
• Ways that social media has created a voice for people with special needs and the importance of them receiving education
• A look at how social media has influenced adaptive physical education for people with special needs
• Assistive technology in connection with social media for individuals with special needs
• What is the impact of social media on people with hearing impairment?
• Do people with special needs use social media to network and find work?
• In what ways does social media impact the transition to adulthood for people with special needs
• Can social media affect how students with special needs perceive the world?
• Is there any role of social media for kids who need special education
• What is the role of social media in special education
• How to use technology and social media to improve the special education program
• How can social media help students with special needs get more confident
• What resources are available in social media that educators can use in their special needs classes?
• Do social media affect the image that people have of people with autism?
• How can teachers use social media to help kids with autism?
• How does social media bullying affect children on social media?
• Social media can be used to who special education and its importance
• Why it is time for special education to be showcased on social media platforms

One of the topics that students doing special education research have to study is disability because the topics are related. With this subtopic, you have various options ranging from economics research paper topics , to controversial topics in special education. Here is a list of options to choose from.

• Should suspending a student with a disability be an issue
• What can be done to improve the education of people with disabilities?
• Should children with severe disabilities be in a normal class setting?
• In what ways has technology made it easy for people with disabilities to get educated?
• A review of how a teacher’s academic background can affect students with disability
• How should teachers make children with disabilities feel part of the classroom?
• What are the benefits of post-education for adults with disability
• A look at inclusivity policies in public schools when it comes to children with disability
• Parents’ role in educating children with disability
• Mainstream classrooms vs. special classes for students with learning abilities
• How effective are peer support programs for students with disabilities in special education
• Strategies that can help promote social skills development in children with spectrum disorder
• What is the impact of language and communication barriers on the education of people with hearing impairment
• How does early intervention help to support kids with a disability?
• The importance of having community-based programs that help to support people with disability
• Why do teachers teaching special education need to be appreciated
• Can people with special education needs be taught online?
• How can the community help those who need special education to get it?
• Why do parents with special needs students need to work closely with teachers to give the child the best education?
• How should teachers handle the different learning paces of students with special needs in their class?

If well-researched and presented, argumentative essay topics for your special education essay might be best.  With the right topic and information research topics on special education, you can be assured of getting the best grades. You may also be interested in these ideas for biochemistry topics .

• A take on homeschooling for kids taking special education
• Does the size of the classroom affect the ability of the teacher to deal with students who need special education?
• Should special education students be sent to the next class even if they have not passed the current one?
• Should physical education be a compulsory lesson?
• Should the teacher’s proficiency in handling students with special needs to regularly tested?
• Should students with special education needs sit for the same exam as those who do not?
• In what ways can teachers avoid stereotyping?
• How can teachers understand a student’s uniqueness so that they can offer them the right training
• Why should children with special needs not pay extra?
• Why should teachers train on special education outcome
• Why should there be different learning strategies for students with a disability?
• Why are charter schools better for students with a disability?
• Funding for the special education
• What role do paraeducators play in special education classes?
• Do teachers teach students with special needs to require social skills training?
• What is the challenge of transitional planning for students with special needs?
• A review of Collaged admission for students with special needs
• What role does self-advocacy play in students with special education?
• How does remote learning for special education work?
• What are the effects of AHDH medication in schools for people with AHDH?

Are you looking for research topics for special education that are easy? We have compiled great thesis topic ideas for special education; read on and choose one that you can easily handle, and take to review our thesis statement about social media .

• How is co-teaching in an all-inclusive classroom effective?
• In what ways does self-determination impact children with disability
• Play therapy and why it is essential for children with special needs
• The effect of peer tutoring in special education
• What is the role of social skill training in special education
• Is it possible for any qualified teacher to teach children with special needs
• Parents and teachers have a role to play in special education
• Applied behavior analysis and Special education
• Picture Exchange Communication System and Special education
• Why should students with a disability be included in the standard classroom?
• Is mindfulness technique in special education effective
• How does music therapy in the classroom help kids with special needs?
• Analysis of Individualized Education Program in special education
• Visual support while teaching learners with special needs
• Why school psychology is necessary for special education
• Literacy Intervention in special education
• Why do students with disability need transitional planning?
• Speech-language pathologist in special education
• Why school inspection is important in schools dealing with students with special education
• Special education students and learning sciences

You can always go right when you choose current topics as your research in special education topics. If you are searching for a research topic for stem students , here are great topic ideas you can use.

• Comparing social interactions for special kids in stem schools
• Importance of an inclusive teaching approach for stem students with special needs
• What is the role of speech-language therapy in an inclusive environment?
• What performance challenges do special children face due to certain lacks?
• What is the effectiveness of sensory diets in special education
• Physical therapy in kids with disability
• What is positive reinforcement, and why is it important in special education
• What is the role of service learning in children with special education?
• Should special education schools approach stem subjects differently?
• In what ways can special school educators help kids avoid bullying
• How can parents with special needs students ensure better performance?
• Should there be a free education right for children with disability from elementary to college?
• What is the best environment for children with special needs to learn?
• Is it possible for mainstream teachers to teach special education?
• Story-based interventions in special education
• Assistive technology on math skills for students with disabilities
• Orientation and mobility specialist in special education
• What role does a behavior specialist in special education
• Should there be a school nurse in all special education schools?
• Video modeling in special education

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Artificial Intelligence for Enhancing Special Education for K-12: A Decade of Trends, Themes, and Global Insights (2013–2023)

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This paper provided a review of 210 studies on AI-enhanced special education from 2013 to 2023. Through bibliometric analysis, this review aimed to explore trends, focus areas, developments, and evolving themes of the field of AI for enhancing special education. Several noteworthy findings emerged from our analysis. The trend analysis of publications and citations revealed distinct phases, including an initial exploratory phase (2013–2016) followed by a period of rapid development (2017–2023). keyword co-occurrence networks and emergent word mapping highlight AI’s transformative potential, especially in autism spectrum disorder interventions and advancements in learning environments. Emerging trends focus on mathematics learning outcomes and educational equity, evolving through phases of understanding AI's support and integrating advanced tools like virtual reality and educational robots. Topic clustering analysis revealed categories including cognitive rehabilitation and ethical AI integration, emphasizing personalized instructional environments. Implications for research stress the need to bolster foundational skills and explore innovative teaching methods, including addressing challenges in gamified learning and integrating AI seamlessly. The review reveals a need for larger sample sizes and longitudinal studies to enhance statistical robustness and real-world relevance. In educational practices, using AI tools like apps, robots, and simulations can boost engagement and support social and academic progress. Tailored interventions for specific learning difficulties, such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, through intelligent tutoring systems, offer promise for positive learning outcomes. Policymakers are crucial in facilitating technology integration by ensuring comprehensive teacher training, increased funding for tech infrastructure, and strong leadership. Initiatives targeting underserved communities aim to promote equity and access to transformative resources. This study highlights AI’s transformative potential in special education, advocating for inclusive and personalized learning environments with ethical Al solutions to address unique challenges faced by special needs students.

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How Much Does Special Education Truly Cost? Finally, an Answer Is on the Horizon

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How much do America’s schools spend to provide special education services to students with disabilities? How have special education costs nationwide risen over the last two decades? What is the typical cost of providing services to a K-12 student who has autism, or ADHD, or Down syndrome?

The answer to all of these questions is painfully simple: We don’t know.

Educators, policymakers, and researchers can make educated guesses. Some states collect data from school districts on special education spending. Some researchers have an inkling about the trajectory of special education costs so far during the 21st century, particularly as the proportion of America’s students receiving special education services has trended upward.

But the last detailed, nationwide study of special education spending, which can vary widely from state to state and district to district, was conducted 25 years ago.

That will begin to change in the coming years, though. Scholars who work for the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute for Education Sciences (IES) and the American Institutes for Research (AIR) are preparing to execute a pilot study that will lay the groundwork for a nationwide examination of the billions of dollars spent annually on special education.

This $5.2 million effort is a sequel of sorts to the Special Education Expenditure Project (SEEP), which was conducted during the 1999-2000 school year and published a few years later.

That project found that special education services cost $50 billion, or $8,080 per pupil requiring special education services during the 1999-2000 school year, working out to 21 percent of overall spending on public schools that year. Those numbers have undoubtedly changed, and almost certainly grown, since then.

“Someone I spoke to at an advocacy organization said [SEEP] is the oldest data she routinely cites,” said Claire Allen-Platt, a research scientist for the National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, within the Institute for Education Sciences, who’s serving as project officer for the new study. “So much has changed since then that we think it’s important to update.”

New study will build on decades-old findings

Allen-Platt and her teammates hope the finalized National Study of Special Education Spending will provide lawmakers with crucial context they’ll need during a potential reauthorization process for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act , the federal law that enshrines students’ rights to special education.

When Congress passed that law in 1975, it committed to providing funding for all special education students equivalent to 40 percent of the nationwide average per-pupil cost of K-12 education. But as far as researchers and advocates can tell, the government has never come close to fulfilling that commitment, leaving states and local school districts to make up the difference , sometimes at the expense of other priorities.

If lawmakers know for certain that funding lags far behind the actual special education costs schools regularly incur, they may be more inclined to prioritize a substantial funding increase, researchers said.

But that’s not all researchers hope publication of the study will accomplish. They’re developing methods that build on the previous study and aim to provide more tools for gauging whether spending is equitable for groups of students with different needs. States and districts will be able to use those methods to conduct their own studies going forward.

Those tools promise to be especially useful in light of the current challenges districts face related to special education: a growing number of students eligible for services , a persistent shortage of educators qualified to provide those services, and a perfect storm of broader budgetary pressures that are forcing districts to make painful cuts, including to special education .

The gaps researchers are aiming to fill are substantial. The U.S. Government Accountability Office, a federal watchdog agency, published a report in June highlighting that the federal government isn’t collecting enough data on special education enrollment, spending, and staffing. Without more detailed data, the U.S. Department of Education struggles to fulfill its congressionally mandated role of ensuring that students with disabilities are receiving adequate services.

The new study will use a nationally representative sample of roughly 1,200 school districts and 15,000 students during the 2025-26 school year. Results are set to publish in 2028.

“It’s not just about building a dataset. It’s about building the capacity in the field to do this work in a thoughtful and rigorous way going forward,” said Tammy Kolbe, a principal researcher at AIR, who’s a principal investigator designing the forthcoming special education spending study. “The field desperately needs those tools.”

A growing number of students qualify for special education

More than 7.5 million American children received special education services from public schools during the 2022-23 school year, the most recent one for which federal data are available. That’s roughly 15 percent of all students in public K-12 schools.

Because the federal government requires that districts provide an adequate education to all students regardless of their disability, special education services for students with disabilities often add significant costs to the already-expensive business of educating children.

Districts invest in staff members who are trained and certified to work one-on-one or in small groups with students with disabilities; equipment and facilities that provide an appropriate learning environment for students who might struggle in a traditional classroom; and tuition and transportation fees so students can receive services from outside providers.

Some recently published numbers from Pennsylvania offer a vivid picture of the varied costs. More than 378,000 students received special education services during the 2022-23 school year—19 percent of all public and public charter school students in the state.

For roughly 43,000 of those students, districts spent more than $82,000 per pupil, according to the state education department . For another 33,000 students with disabilities, districts spent less: $27,000 to $82,000 per pupil.

The average cost to educate a K-12 student with or without disabilities in Pennsylvania during the same school year was just shy of $22,000 .

Those numbers don’t tell the full story, though. A portion of the education costs for children receiving special-education services was for general expenses that districts also incurred for students without disabilities, or “general education students”—salaries and benefits for teachers, custodians, bus drivers, and other staff; utility bills to keep buildings lit and ventilated; and textbooks and other technology tools all students need to learn.

The trend in special education since the last nationwide spending study has been to put students in the “least restrictive environment” where they can learn. That means keeping students with disabilities in traditional classrooms as often as possible .

As a result, the costs of special education that go above and beyond what districts spend on students without disabilities have become murkier than ever. Researchers are aiming for the new study to shed some light on that issue, which didn’t get much attention in the previous iteration of the study.

“We can’t just look at what’s spent on special ed. That is only a small share of what’s spent on a student with a disability. And what’s spent on general ed. is not all for gen. ed. students,” said Marsha Silverberg, associate commissioner of the evaluation division of the National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance.

Researchers want to dive deeper into special education spending inequities

The success of the study, in the early stages, will depend in part on the willingness of states and school districts to offer data and make key people available to offer their perspectives, researchers said.

Once it’s out, though, researchers expect state policymakers may use findings to inform their own calculations for how much additional funding they should provide for special education, including in funding formulas that give additional weight to students with disabilities.

The study will also drill down more precisely on variations in special education spending: for instance, between students with disabilities and those without; and between districts in rural areas and districts in big cities.

The SEEP study in the early 2000s compared students with disabilities to a generalized average child with no disabilities.

This time, the nationally representative sample will include students with and without disabilities from the same school.

Researchers will interview teachers and other providers of services to gain a more complete picture of what students experience and how those experiences tie to expenses.

Joseph Kwisz serves as executive director of Old National Trail Special Services, a cooperative organization that coordinates special education services for five rural Indiana school districts.

Those districts collectively enroll 1,500 students with disabilities—close to 25 percent of the overall student population. Kwisz hopes the study will shed light on how districts can most effectively spend the limited funds they have left over once they devote the bulk of special education spending to compensating staff.

“We have this very perplexing model where our needs are increasing and our funds are decreasing” because of the insufficient federal investment, Kwisz said. “There are a lot of days where we have to rob Peter to pay Paul.”

The answer may look much different in his context than in an urban district. Students in the districts he serves live in small towns with few job opportunities. Workforce transition programs that might be a boon for students with disabilities in big cities would be of no value where he lives.

“If there were simple black-and-white answers to our challenges, we would have simple black-and-white solutions,” Kwisz said.

States and districts need more clarity, too

Merely updating the findings after more than two decades will be a major step forward.

Kevin Rubenstein, president of the nationwide Council of Administrators of Special Education, helped in the late 2010s with a broad reworking of Illinois’ funding formula for K-12 education.

The team used national models to approximate how much it should cost to provide, for instance, an adequate number of school psychologists, or sufficient resources for English learners. But making the estimate for special education was especially tricky, Rubenstein said, because the most complete national model already was years out of date.

The updated formula compared the estimates of necessary costs with districts’ expenditures to determine how much more money each district would need to offer adequate services to all students. But the special education section didn’t capture all the nuances—for instance, it didn’t account for students attending private schools or therapeutic day schools on the district’s dime.

States and school districts often clash over their relative share of the cost burden for special education. Minnesota school district leaders and Gov. Tim Walz, now the Democratic nominee for vice president, haggled last year over how much the state would spend on the “cross-subsidy"—the state’s share for special education services. They eventually landed on a model that raises the state’s obligation from 6 percent to 50 percent in a few years.

In Vermont, three districts are suing the state education department alleging that it’s illegally withholding reimbursement for special education services; the state has said it wasn’t responsible for covering the particular expenses at issue.

Some of these debates happen without a clear understanding of how much special education costs as a whole. The new study may provide a more solid foundation for understanding how special education spending could and should look, said Rubenstein, now the assistant superintendent for student services in the Elmhurst, Ill., district.

“School districts are in a position where they need to make decisions about spending,” he said. “To be able to have a good conversation about that, you need to understand how much you should be spending in comparison to how much you are actually spending.”

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Early intervention and special education services for children

Learn how to get your child evaluated for early intervention and special education services to help with their development and learning.

Early intervention services

Early intervention programs can provide support and services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. These services will depend on the needs of your child. They can include speech therapy, physical therapy, and more. Every U.S. state and territory offers early intervention services. 

• For children from birth to 3 years old - contact your state’s early intervention service for information on how to receive services.
• For children 3 years or older - contact your local elementary school or school district to request an evaluation. Your child can be evaluated even if they do not attend public school.

Special education services

Special education services are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities. When students qualify for special education, they receive an Individualized Education Program (IEP). The IEP plans out instruction and resources to best support each child. These resources are available at no cost to families. 

• Learn more about the process of having your child’s needs identified, and special education services put in place. 
• If you have concerns about your child’s development, you can request an evaluation through your local school district. Your child can be evaluated even if they do not attend public school.

Where else to get help

• You may be able to find additional educational support services in your state through Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs). They provide information and services for children and young adults from birth to ages 26 and their families. Find a Parent Center in your state.
• If you have concerns that your child is not receiving the special education services they need, learn about communicating with your state education department and filing a complaint if necessary .

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4 ways to address test taking anxiety with special education students

These are all classic instances of test taking anxiety. And as difficult as these situations can be for students in general education, test taking anxiety poses significantly different challenges for students with special needs. For example, when I was teaching, one of my students with ADHD found timed exams to be very difficult. When the test would begin, the idea of the clock ticking increased her anxiety, making it very hard for her to concentrate. Although she knew the material, the anxiety caused mental blocks that led to incomplete answers. The result was scores that didn’t fully reflect her true ability, which affected her confidence and increased her anxiety for future tests. It was an awful cycle.

Knowing some of the problems kids with special needs may experience can lead us to be proactive with solutions that we know work. Here are some strategies that have worked for me over the years with my students.

1. Review the student’s IEP

This may seem obvious, but an IEP provides essential, individualized information for any testing accommodations a student should receive. Some students may require additional time or a smaller group setting. Others may require text-to-speech tools that can read the test aloud to the student, or access to a highlighter to help them focus on key information. It will all be spelled out in the IEP.

Since students grow and change from year to year, their accommodations may change as well. This should be reflected in a student’s IEP and is one of the many reasons it’s so important to have an up-to-date IEP.

2. Involve the student’s family or caregivers

The school-to-home connection is a crucial one for students with special needs. Involving parents and other caregivers to help explain the purpose of testing can go a long way toward ensuring a successful testing experience.

If you test with MAP® Growth™ in your school, know that the Family Report is designed to be the centerpiece of important discussions like this. Parents and caregivers can speak with their kids about what the assessment it and how it fits in with their progress as a student. The following Teach. Learn. Grow. articles can also help you strengthen communication:

• “MAP Growth 101: Everything families need to know”
• “12 common questions parents ask about MAP Growth”
• “Leading up to MAP Growth: 20 tips for families”

3. Preview the testing experience

We know many students with special needs do so well—and feel so comfortable—when they are within their daily routines . But an assessment like MAP Growth is usually given three times a year and can certainly be considered as something that is outside a daily routine.

Previewing the day and the test, so kids know what the experience will be like, can be very helpful. MAP Growth has a great solution for this: kids can take the practice test to get familiar with the format. Reminding students about the schedule change the day before the test can also help them know what to expect.

4. Talk to students about how to use their specific accommodations during each test

Kids may need reminders about accommodations leading up to assessment day. For some students, this may just be a gentle conversation about the tools they have at their disposal to help them do well. For others, it might be a reminder that they can take a break plus demonstrating, “This is how you ask for a break.”

Giving all kids a fair shot

Test taking anxiety is real, but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. With the right support, our students with special needs get a better chance to demonstrate what they’ve learned.

The solution for my student with ADHD was to give her breaks and extended time that allowed her to refocus. She was ultimately able to show all the hard work she had put into learning the material. What will work best in your classroom?

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Equitable access to quality education in Ethiopia

The World Bank's  General Education Quality Improvement Program for Equity (GEQIP-E) initiative , a collaborative effort between the government and multiple donors, has significantly advanced general education in Ethiopia. The program has reached 24 million students, trained 102,117 teachers, and enhanced the learning experience for 148,528 students with special needs through the establishment of Inclusive Education Resource Centers (IERCs). The support provided for O-Class, a one-year pre-primary program, has notably contributed to the increment in the gross enrollment ratio for pre-primary education from 39.9% in 2017/18 to 50% in 2022/23, benefiting 2.3 million pre-primary age children.

The GEQIP-E has notably succeeded in enhancing the quality of pre-primary education, particularly through the O-Class quality enhancement and assurance intervention, which has transformed pre-primary teacher and school principal training programs. The program has also focused on equitable education by establishing 1,400 IERCs and training teachers to support children with special needs, marking another significant achievement. Additionally, GEQIP-E has facilitated the comprehensive training of teachers and introduced the Continuous Classroom Assessment (CCA), which has reinforced the teaching and learning process.

Despite facing various challenges, including internal country conflicts, the COVID-19 pandemic, and droughts that have disrupted education for millions of children in Ethiopia, GEQIP-E has adapted to meet the emergency needs of the education sector and has played a pivotal role in the recovery efforts to sustain educational services.

GEQIP-E has extended its support to refugee education in Ethiopia by supplying learning materials, school grants, and teacher training to 52 refugee primary schools, benefiting 1,346 refugee incentive teachers. Six refugee secondary schools have been successfully integrated into the national education system, with four more in the process of integration. The program has also provided system capacity support to aid education in refugee-hosting regions.

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First georgia school shooting victim id’d as special education math teacher.

The first victim in Wednesday’s tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia has been identified as special education math teacher David Phenix.

“We are so thankful for all the texts, calls, and messages about my dad, David Phenix. There was a shooting this morning at Apalachee High School and my dad was shot in the foot and in the hip, shattering his hip bone,” his daughter Katie wrote in a Facebook update about her dad’s condition.

“He arrived to the hospital alert and awake. He just got out of surgery and is stable. We will update as we hear new information. We are so, so lucky, but please keep our family as well as the AHS family in your prayers.”

Although Phenix survived the shooting, at least four others died at the hands of the gunman — believed to be as young as 14 — who also wounded 30 others.

Nine of those injured were hospitalized, however, officials have not provided any updates on their conditions.

Phenix, of Loganville, had been teaching at the school for just over a year, according to his LinkedIn profile. He has been a schoolteacher for 23 years.

Gunfire erupted at the high school, located about 45 minutes outside of Atlanta, around 10:30 a.m. after authorities received a report of an active shooter.

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Dozens of police from various agencies swarmed the scene and the shooter was taken into custody alive,  according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation .

By 11:30 a.m. students were being released from campus, which had been placed on lockdown, a spokesperson for the Barrow County School District told The Post at the time.

Meanwhile, other schools in the district were put under a “soft lockdown,” school district officials said.

At least two people were seen being loaded into medical helicopters and evacuated, FOX5 reported.

An adult with a gunshot wound and a minor with unspecified injuries were rushed to a hospital in Athens, CNN reported.

President Joe Biden  said in a statement  that he and first lady Jill Biden were mourning those killed.

“What should have been a joyous back-to-school season in Winder, Georgia, has now turned into another horrific reminder of how gun violence continues to tear our communities apart,” the president said.

Biden said his administration is coordinating with authorities at the federal, state and local level.

The deadly shooting came just over a month after Barrow County students returned to classes on Aug. 1. Apalachee High School, which opened in 2000, is the largest school in the county, with a total enrollment of 1,919 students as of March 2024,  the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported , citing data from the Georgia Department of Education.

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Biden-Harris Administration Awards $81.3 Million in Funding to Further Advance the President’s Unity Agenda

Awards including funding to integrate primary and behavioral health care, expand drug treatment court capacity

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announced $81.3 million in grant awards, including more than $16 million to support the integration of primary and behavioral health care. The integration of primary and behavioral health care is considered the future of health care because it uses systematic, evidence-based approaches to improve the delivery of person-centered comprehensive care; increases access to preventive care and screenings; coordinates care to address mental, physical, social, and substance use related needs; and reduces overall costs of care for patients, providers, and health care systems. The announcement also included more than $24 million to expand capacity of drug treatment courts – a proven model for reducing unnecessary incarceration of individuals with substance use disorder. Previous capacity-expanding awards resulted in increases in abstinence from substance use, in work or educational attainment, and in housing stability.

Additional awards will support Tribal behavioral health, advance prevention science, support communities of recovery, and connect people to care. This funding highlights the Biden-Harris Administration’s continued commitment to address the mental health and overdose crises – two key pillars of the President’s Unity Agenda for the Nation .

“Now, more than ever, we need to make treatment for people with mental health challenges and substance use disorders accessible and affordable. By integrating primary and behavioral health care and utilizing evidence-based approaches, we are helping to ensure that more Americans receive the comprehensive care they need and deserve – while reducing overall costs for patients and providers,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “President Biden and Vice President Harris’ Unity Agenda is taking on the biggest challenges facing Americans, including beating the opioid epidemic and tackling the mental health crisis. We will continue to expand our efforts to support Tribal behavioral health, advance prevention science, support communities of recovery, and connect more people to care.”

“Holistic, coordinated behavioral and primary health services gets people the care they need early and minimizes gaps in individuals’ overall health and wellness management,” said Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D., HHS Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use and the leader of SAMHSA. “Integrating these systems will improve the care and delivery experience for both patients and providers, improve the appropriate allocation of resources, and achieve better health outcomes.”

The $81.3 million in awards includes:

• Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care: States – ($9.2 million) – This program promotes full integration and collaboration in clinical practices between physical and behavioral health care; supports the improvement of integrated care models for physical and behavioral health care to improve overall wellness and physical health status; and promotes the implementation and improvement of bidirectional integrated care services.
• Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care: Collaborative Care Model – ($7.1 million) – The goal of this program is to support implementation of the Collaborative Care Model, an evidence-based, integrated care approach that addresses mental and substance use conditions in primary care settings.
• Expand Substance Use Disorder Treatment Capacity in Adult and Family Treatment Drug Courts – ($24.6 million) – The goal of this program is to expand substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery support services in existing drug courts.
• Building Communities of Recovery – ($6.7 million) – This program works to mobilize and connect a broad array of community-based resources to increase the availability and quality of long-term recovery support for persons with substance use disorders and co-occurring substance use and mental disorders.
• Tribal Behavioral Health – ($10.2 million) – This program works to prevent and reduce suicidal behavior and substance use/misuse, reduce the impact of trauma, and promote mental health among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth, up to and including age 24, by building a healthy network of systems, services, and partnerships that support youth.
• Screening, Brief Intervention & Referral to Treatment – ($9.4 million) – This program implements the screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment public health model (or SBIRT) for children, adolescents, and/or adults in primary care and community health settings and schools, with a focus on screening for underage drinking, opioid use, and other substance use.
• Prevention Technology Transfer Centers Cooperative Agreements – ($8.1 million) – This program works to maintain and enhance the Prevention Technology Transfer Center Network to provide training and technical assistance services to the substance misuse prevention field, including professionals/pre-professionals, organizations, and others in the prevention community who serve and support children, youth, young adults, families, parents, and other adults.
• First Responders – Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act – ($6 million) – This program provides resources to support first responders with training, administering, and distributing naloxone and other Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved overdose reversal medications or devices.

These grant awards align with SAMHSA’s mission to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring equitable access and better outcomes.

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Teachers' Day 2024: Meet UP, Rajasthan Teachers Who Changed Lives Of Special Needs Children

Curated By : Suramya Sunilraj

Last Updated: September 05, 2024, 17:16 IST

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While many teachers are devoted to their job, a few stand out for their innovative approaches and devotion to revolutionising education

On Teacher’s Day, we honour educators who go above and beyond their duties, leaving an indelible mark on their students and society. While many teachers are devoted to their job, a few stand out for their innovative approaches and devotion to revolutionising education. Let’s explore the stories of a few such inspiring teachers who have gone the extra mile to bring about positive change.

“One Teacher, One Call” Campaign for Special Children

Deepmala Pandey, a teacher from Uttar Pradesh, has received national recognition for her extraordinary efforts to help special needs children. She developed the “One Teacher, One Call” programme, which has brought together over 50 other educators to assist hundreds of children with special needs get education. Her initiatives have resulted in many previously overlooked children getting enrolled in school. Deepmala’s dedication has not gone unnoticed—Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged her significant efforts in his “Mann Ki Baat”, praising her as a beacon of hope for special needs children.

Innovating Science Education for Hearing-Impaired Students

Sunita, a committed teacher from Rajasthan, has also gained attention for her distinctive work with hearing-impaired kids. She has pioneered a novel method of teaching science, making it more accessible and entertaining for deaf students. Sunita created a science lab exclusively for these children, instilling an interest in science in them. Her activities include creating online teaching modules and e-videos suited to the requirements of deaf students, ensuring that education is inclusive and effective.

Investing Salary for School Transformation

Ramachandra N, a teacher from Kilambur, is a shining example of of a teacher who is committed to his profession. He dedicated eighty per cent of his salary, in addition to his duties as a teacher, towards upgrading his school and offering students greater learning opportunities. Recognising the importance of technological education, he purchased laptops and mobile phones for the school. In an effort to promote discipline and equality among pupils, he also instituted mandatory uniforms. In 2022, he received the National Best Teacher Award for his remarkable dedication to raising educational standards through personal sacrifice.

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