ERIC Number: EJ1467991
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025
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Experiences of Parents Who Have Children with Disabilities a Qualitative Study from Türkiye during COVID-19
Serra Acar; Dudu Melek Er; Katherine T. Volk; Christine M. Spence
Infants and Young Children, v38 n2 p138-153 2025
This study aimed to understand the experiences of parents who have young children with disabilities in Türkiye during COVID-19. We conducted a qualitative analysis of semistructured virtual interviews with eight parents. We used a collective within-case and across-case approach to analyze and interpret the interviews. Parents noted difficulties with the EI/ECSE programs and the need for individualized and functional services for their children. Furthermore, parents reported the need for high-quality, inclusive early childhood programs and the importance of well-trained educators. Parents also expressed interest in learning more about how to support their child's development and learning. Results may inform research, policy, and practice initiatives for children with disabilities and their families. The findings highlight the importance of including parent voices in the continued capacity-building efforts of EI/ECSE systems.
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Parents, Parent Attitudes, Students with Disabilities, Foreign Countries, Inclusion, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Individualized Education Programs, Early Intervention, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Educational Quality
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey
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