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An Investigation Into The Influences Leading To Special Educator Attrition; A Professional Development Approach, Kimberly Miller
An Investigation Into The Influences Leading To Special Educator Attrition; A Professional Development Approach, Kimberly Miller
Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations
This dissertation examined the differences within special education preparation and professional development support and the association with special educator feelings of self-efficacy and burn-out. The dissertation is organized into three separate papers. Paper 1 is a review of the research literature on the causes of special educator attrition. Paper 2 utilized the causes of attrition identified in Paper 1 and outlined research to further identify potential causes, and potential solutions. Paper 3 provides an outline of proactive solutions for districts to implement, in order to support special educators through meaningful professional development.
The literature review identified specific factors impacting special …