The support and retention of teachers specialized to work with students with significant disabilities has a profound effect on the field as a whole, and more so on the quality of education available to students. This research area focuses on enabling teachers to continually improve their skills and knowledge in the field.
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Resources
ResearchShurr, J. & Bouck, E. C. (2013). Research on curriculum for
students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities: A systematic review. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities. Shurr, J., Hirth, M. A., Jasper, A., Heroux, J., & McCollow, M. M. (2014). Another tool in the belt: Self-directed professional learning for teachers of students with moderate and severe disabilities. Physical Disabilities: Education and Related Services, 33(1), 17-38. |
PresentationShurr, J., & Perner, D. (2013) Severe Disabilities in Review:
An Examination of the Current Research in the Field. Lecture presented at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo, San Antonio, TX. Shurr, J. (January, 2012). Self-Directed Professional Development for Teachers of Students with Moderate andSevere Intellectual Disabilities. Poster Session presented at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 13th International Conference, Miami, FL. |
