Online ISSN: 2325-7466
2006
Triannual
National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
United States

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Teacher Candidates’ Knowledge of Special Education Law

DOI
https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.156
Abstract
This study sought to assess teacher candidates’ knowledge of special education policies and procedures as mandated by the federal government. It also examines factors associated with accurate knowledge. A sample of 111 teacher candidates, drawn from a Missouri private university, completed a survey. Overall, teacher candidates lacked accurate knowledge and misperceived their lack of knowledge. The most significant predictors of accurate knowledge were completing more special education courses and having positive attitudes toward inclusion. Additionally, this study revealed no differences in knowledge between regular education teacher candidates versus special education teacher candidates.
Keywords
Special Education Teachers, Inclusion, Educational Legislation, Equal Education, Federal Legislation, Special Education
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How to Cite
Sanders, P. (2011). Teacher Candidates’ Knowledge of Special Education Law. Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals, 6(3), 96-108. https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.156

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