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Fenty, Nicole; Uliassi, Christine – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2018
A majority of students recommended for special education services struggle with reading. It is therefore imperative that teachers are prepared to address the needs of these students. The purpose of this study was to examine special education teacher candidates' beliefs, feelings of self-efficacy, and knowledge surrounding reading. Researchers…
Descriptors: Special Education, Special Education Teachers, Preservice Teachers, Reading Instruction
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Poel, Elissa Wolfe; Wood, Jackie; Schmidt, Naomi – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2013
Assistive Technology (AT) is specifically addressed in the most recent reauthorization of IDEA, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (2004). The law insures that assistive devices and services are available for students with disabilities to help them access their environment at home, school, and in the work place. Therefore,…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Educational Legislation, Disabilities, Assistive Technology
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Beyda-Lorie, Sandra; Kritikos, Effie; Messerer, Jeffrey – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2011
Research shows that educators are not prepared to address real life issues such as substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and bullying in the classroom. Yet, students with learning disabilities remain vulnerable to each of these pressing life issues. The purpose of the current study was to determine whether the curriculum infusion (CI) model increased the…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities, Special Education Teachers