Date of Award

Spring 2021

Degree Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

School

Education

Committee Chair

Dr. Kyna Shelley

Committee Chair School

Education

Committee Member 2

Dr. Richard Mohn

Committee Member 2 School

Education

Committee Member 3

Dr. David Lee

Committee Member 3 School

Education

Committee Member 4

Dr. Noal Cochran

Committee Member 4 School

Education

Abstract

This quantitative study was completed to compare the professional development experiences of special education teachers and general education teachers. The researcher reviewed literature related to the history of professional development, various professional development organizations, the standards of professional development used in Mississippi, and an overview of special education. Consent was obtained from various school districts in Mississippi. Qualtrics was used as the platform for the questionnaire. Participating school districts were emailed a link to the survey instrument. Data from the completed questionnaire were analyzed for levels of satisfaction for topics and utilization of PD information. Information was gathered concerning participants years of teaching experience as well as their highest degree level, current teaching assignment, grade levels taught, and certification route. Overall results indicated there were differences in the professional development experiences of special education teachers and general education teachers, but they were not significant.

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