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Priya Lalvani; Eileen Osieja – Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 2025
This qualitative study examined the experiences of parents who sought inclusive education for their children with intellectual disabilities or extensive support needs. Data were collected from 33 participants in the form of narratives that emerged through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using a phenomenological methodology. Findings…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Inclusion, Students with Disabilities, Intellectual Disability
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Karvonen, Meagan; Clark, Amy K.; Carlson, Chelsea; Wells Moreaux, Sheila; Burnes, Jennifer – Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 2021
Research is needed to better understand the academic instruction needs of students with significant cognitive disabilities who are English learners and the classroom practices of their teachers. In this qualitative study, we interviewed 10 teachers to learn how they identify and meet the unique needs of this student subpopulation. Our findings…
Descriptors: Severe Intellectual Disability, English Language Learners, Student Needs, Barriers
McConnell, Amber; Sanford, Christopher; Martin, James; Cameto, Renee; Hodge, Lori – Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 2021
An in-depth literature review was conducted to identify the skills, behaviors, expectations, and experiences (SBEEs) associated with employment, further education, and independent living for students with significant cognitive disabilities following high school. Analysis of 53 quantitative and qualitative studies identified 103 specific SBEEs…
Descriptors: Severe Intellectual Disability, Transitional Programs, Individualized Education Programs, Equal Education
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Petersen, Amy – Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 2016
This qualitative research study sought to understand the perspectives of teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities regarding general education curriculum access. The participants in this study raised many questions about what general education curriculum access is and how it might be realized. This study illuminated the need for…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Special Education Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, General Education