Holistic Inquiry and the Scientific Challenge in Special Education: A Reply to Iano.

Forness, Steven R.; Kavale, Kenneth A.

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ERIC Number: EJ350838

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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Holistic Inquiry and the Scientific Challenge in Special Education: A Reply to Iano.

Forness, Steven R.; Kavale, Kenneth A.

Remedial and Special Education (RASE), v8 n1 p47-51 Jan-Feb 1987

Scientific inquiry used in special education research has limited effectiveness and applicability to practice. Three interrelated areas are discussed in the context of improving research methodology and utilization: alternative approaches to research in special education; the class distinction between teachers and researchers; and practical suggestions for advancement of special education. (CB)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational Research, Ethnography, Holistic Approach, Inquiry, Naturalistic Observation, Research Methodology, Research Needs, Research Utilization, Special Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: For related documents see EC 190 859, EC 191 955-956, and EC 191 958.