Perceptions of Rural Career and Technical Education Teachers’ Professional Development Needs in Regard to Special Education
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (Ed.D)
Department
Educational Administration
Date of Award
1-10-2024
Abstract
This descriptive quantitative study aimed to identify specific professional development needs of Career and Technical Education teachers regarding special education. With the passage of House Bill 5, Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses and programs have experienced an increase in students. As the number of special education students in CTE classes expanded, CTE teachers also had to expand their professional development training. Data used in this study was collected through an online survey completed by rural Career and Technical Education teachers serviced by one specific Educational Service Center (ESC). Participants who were asked to contribute to this study were chosen based on their employment in rural districts. Therefore, the list of districts serviced by the ESC was sorted to include only rural districts. The result of this study could help ignite conversations about the professional development needs of Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers. As a result, stakeholders will have insight and the opportunity to provide relevant training for CTE teachers.
Advisor
Peter Williams
Subject Categories
Education
Recommended Citation
McAninch, Shelly, "Perceptions of Rural Career and Technical Education Teachers’ Professional Development Needs in Regard to Special Education" (2024). Electronic Theses & Dissertations. 1129.
https://digitalcommons.tamuc.edu/etd/1129
