A Study on Developmental Strategies for Improving the Quality of Secondary Special Education for Students with Disabilities

Abstract

In the era of the fourth industrial revolution, addressing the multifaceted learning needs of students with special needs has become increasingly pivotal. This study aims to explore and enhance the quality of secondary special education, adapting to new educational methodologies in tandem with technological advancements while fostering the development of teachers and educational stakeholders. To identify the key areas necessitating development in secondary special education, interviews were conducted with special education teachers. These interviews informed the creation of a questionnaire, which was subsequently disseminated through a Google survey to special education teachers in various special schools and classes nationwide. The survey responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics to gain comprehensive insights. This study's findings integrate the perspectives from the interviews and survey data, leading to the formulation of strategies for the advancement of secondary special education. The analysis categorized the developmental needs into four primary domains: teacher development, curriculum enhancement, school infrastructure, and external factors related to the school environment. The paper concludes with a discussion that synthesizes these findings, offering a pathway for future improvements in the quality of secondary special education, and highlighting the importance of adapting to the changing educational landscape in the era of technological progress.