Advisor
Koehler-Hak, Kathrine
Advisor
Hess, Robyn S.
Committee Member
Black, Linda Lutisha
Department
School Psychology
Institution
University of Northern Colorado
Type of Resources
Text
Place of Publication
Greeley (Colo.)
Publisher
University of Northern Colorado
Date Created
8-1-2013
Genre
Thesis
Extent
216 pages
Digital Origin
Born digital
Description
Through a consensual qualitative research and phenomenological approach, this study explored the function of serving students in Catholic schools with special educational needs. Utilizing a survey, a breadth of data were collected from teachers and administrators on the incidence of special educational needs, services available, accommodations and interventions provided, governance of the schools, and training of staff. Additional interview and observation data were coded to provide depth to the understanding of this unique context. Findings suggest a variety of special educational needs are addressed in Catholic schools and that these needs are increasing in both number and severity. Four overarching themes emerged from the data: (a) Pride; (b) Action; (c) Willingness; and (d) Tension. Information from this study can be used to help Catholic school districts develop a comprehensive system of service provision for their students with special educational needs.
Degree type
PhD
Degree Name
Doctoral
Language
English
Local Identifiers
Hall_unco_0161D_10258
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by author.
