My Research Journey

The journey I decided to embark on will be Special Education in Early Childhood. My reasons for choosing special education is because in our school there has been a growing population of children with developmental disabilities. Through the years I have been working with the child study team in accommodating young children adapt to the classroom environment. In all honesty, when I started teaching preschool I was overwhelmed with the vast amount of children who needed help adapting to school. I also hear other teachers struggle with children who are diagnosed with autism and how they feel both overwhelmed and incapable of helping due their the lack of training.

 Personal reasons also guided me towards special education. One of my daughters has had an IEP(Individualized Education Program) since she was in the first grade. I am grateful that my daughter has had the help she needed to help her through her academic career. My nephew who was diagnosed with Emmanuel Syndrome also has inspired me towards learning more about Special Education.

Thus far in my research I have grown to understand the different types of disabilities and the methods in helping the teachers, children and families cope with the ups and downs being in an inclusion classroom. The knowledge I hope to gain I want to be able to practice and share. Any information, experiences, opinions, views, etc., that anyone is willing to share with me would truly be appreciated.  If I can help anyone do not hesitate to ask.  GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!!!!!