What is special education
Special education
Special education (also known as special-needs education, aided education, exceptional education, special ed. or SPED) is the practice of educating students in a way that addresses their individual differences and needs. Ideally, this process involves the individually planned and systematically monitored arrangement of teaching procedures, adapted equipment and materials, and accessible settings. These interventions are designed to help individuals with special needs achieve a higher level of personal self-sufficiency and success in school and in their community which may not be available
What are the perceived needs of general education teachers in relation to accommodating special education students in their classrooms?
- In what ways can administration support general education teachers in accommodating special education students?
Theories and approaches Co-teaching.
One approach is to implement co-teaching, the process where two teachers work together in order to teach students within the same classroom. In the case of inclusive teaching, a general teacher usually does not have the skill nor the understanding that is needed to relate to students with disabilities.