Date of Award
Spring 2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Committee Chair
Bonnie Bolado
Abstract
This mixed methods research study aimed to investigate the perspectives of special education teachers regarding special education teacher shortages in Northeast North Carolina. Two research questions were addressed through the utilization of a survey and interviews. The survey instrument comprised 30 quantitative items, employing a 4-point matrix style Likert scale. Following survey completion, interviews were conducted with six participants to provide a more in-depth understanding of the survey findings. From the perspective of special education teachers, data analysis revealed that special education teacher shortages are primarily attributed to adverse working conditions, including excessive workloads, administrative paperwork, student behavior, the utilization of lateral entry teachers, and leadership support.
Recommended Citation
Mason, Jennifer L., "A Mixed Methods Study Of Special Education Teacher Perspectives on Special Education Teacher Shortages In Northeast North Carolina" (2025). Doctor of Education Dissertations. 233.
https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/education-dissertations/233
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