Introduction: Disability Studies Meets Special Education
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Keywords
special education, disability studies, instruction
Abstract
An overview of key issues surrounding the intersection between disability studies and special education. Discussed are the history of special education, the role of special education in the quest for equal opportunities, and integrating disability studies and the disability experience into the educational field.
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Dublin Press.
Puri, M. & Abraham, G. (Eds.) (2004). Handbook of inclusive education for educators, administrators and planners: Within walls, without boundaries. New Delhi: Sage
Publications.
Taylor, S. (2004). Why teach disability studies: An essay for teachers. Syracuse: Center on Human Policy. Retrieved October 28, 2004, from
http://www.disabilitystudiesforteachers.org/files/WHY_TEACH_DISABILITY_STUDIES.d
oc
The World Bank. (August, 2003). Education for all: Including people with disabilities. Education Notes. Susan Peters. Retrieved November 19, 2004, from http://www.worldbank.org/education
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