NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Back to results
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
PDF on ERIC Download full text
ERIC Number: EJ1323292
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 11
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: EISSN-2146-5711
EISSN: N/A
Available Date: N/A
A Role Model Study for Students with Special Needs
Journal of Inquiry Based Activities, v11 n2 p137-147 2021
This study introduces an activity to increase the employment opportunities of students with special needs in line with the sustainable development goals provided by the United Nations and the priorities of the World Economic Forum on social mobility and inclusive education. The participants (n=62) consisted of parents of students with special needs, senior undergraduate students as role models, beauticians, and educators. A qualitative research method was employed to collect and analyze data. Data were collected through researcher notes and semi-structured interview questions. The participants' responses were audio recorded. Data analysis revealed that half of the 16 students with special needs who participated in the activity developed an interest in the profession of the role model who took care of them and showed entrepreneurial skills to receive on-the-job training suitable for their needs.
Journal of Inquiry Based Activities. 61st Street, No: 14/8, Mentese, Mugla, 48000 Turkey. e-mail: editor.ated@gmail.com; Web site: https://www.ated.info.tr/ojs-3.2.1-3/index.php/ated
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: Turkey
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A
Author Affiliations: N/A