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Ponte Academic Journal
Nov 2017, Volume 73, Issue 11

TEACHERS OPINIONS REGARDING SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN LEARNING HOW TO READ AND WRITE

Author(s): Mukaddes Demirok ,Aysegul Akcam

J. Ponte - Nov 2017 - Volume 73 - Issue 11
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2017.11.8



Abstract:
Abstract\nThe purpose of this study is to examine teachers views regarding special needs learning how to read and write. The descriptive method was used in the research. The data were collected by semi-structured interview method. In this direction, interviews were held with the teachers working in two special education schools, which are affiliated to the Ministry of National Education and Culture of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and continue their activities in Nicosia. The interviews lasted thirty to forty minutes. In response to the questions in the semi-structured interview form, seven themes were created. The research findings show that the teachers determine the planning and the method according to the needs of the children considering their individual differences in the literacy teaching and teachers views about the importance of family support throughout this process. This research will lead to teaching staff and researchers who are training teacher candidates for special needs children\'s education.\nKey Words: Special needs, teacher, teacher views, literacy training.
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