Traumatic Brain Injury: A Regional Study of Rural Special and General Education Preparation Experiences.

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Title: Traumatic Brain Injury: A Regional Study of Rural Special and General Education Preparation Experiences.
Language: English
Authors: Chapman, J. Keith
Source: Rural Special Education Quarterly. Spr 2000 19(2):3-14.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2000
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Head Injuries, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Neurological Impairments, Rural Schools, Special Education, Teacher Education, Teacher Surveys
ISSN: 8756-8705
Abstract: A study examined rural service patterns and teacher preparation related to students who had experienced traumatic brain injury. Survey findings from 188 general and special education professionals in rural Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi suggest a lack of meaningful preparation for working with this population. Educational and competency needs were identified. (Contains 31 references and the survey questionnaire.) (Author/TD)
Journal Code: CIJDEC2001
Entry Date: 2001
Accession Number: EJ628525
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A study examined rural service patterns and teacher preparation related to students who had experienced traumatic brain injury. Survey findings from 188 general and special education professionals in rural Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi suggest a lack of meaningful preparation for working with this population. Educational and competency needs were identified. (Contains 31 references and the survey questionnaire.) (Author/TD)
ISSN:8756-8705