Some Thoughts on International Perspectives in Special Education, with Special Attention to the Research-to-Practice Gap.

Martinez, Elizabeth A.; Hallahan, Daniel P.

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ERIC Number: EJ623091

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Some Thoughts on International Perspectives in Special Education, with Special Attention to the Research-to-Practice Gap.

Martinez, Elizabeth A.; Hallahan, Daniel P.

Exceptionality, v8 n4 p305-11 1999-2000

This commentary discusses concerns related to special education research, particularly the research-to-practice gap in the United States. It contends that by addressing problems associated with teacher education, teacher attrition, and teacher shortage in special education, great strides can be made in closing the gap. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Exceptional Child Research, Foreign Countries, Research Utilization, Special Education, Teacher Education, Teacher Persistence, Theory Practice Relationship, Trend Analysis

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: Special Issue: International Perspectives on Special Education Research.