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A Convergence Dilemma of Lifelong Education for the Persons with Disabilities in Korea (한국 장애인 평생교육의 융합 딜레마)

  • Kim, Young-Jun;Kang, Kyung-Sook
    • Journal of the Korea Convergence Society
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    • v.10 no.3
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    • pp.81-91
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    • 2019
  • The purpose of this study was to specifically explore the dilemma posed by lifelong education for the disabled in Korea at the point of convergence. Research to achieve the research objectives consisted of areas that should be considered in developing and implementing support systems for lifelong education for the disabled. The outcome of the area consisted of five things: convergence dilemmas in fields, convergence dilemmas in institutions, convergence dilemmas in eligibility, convergence dilemmas in disability areas, and convergence dilemmas in national administration. And the five areas were considered by interlinked views and contexts. Based on the results of the study, the university's special education department (including vocational special education) was concluded and considered with emphasis on strengthening the role functions of the university's special education system for the support system for lifelong education for the disabled, including the preconditions for establishing the academic identity of lifelong education for the disabled. Through this ideal, it is worth suggesting that the academic identity of lifelong education for the disabled should be established as appropriate based on convergence between the categories of lifelong education and special education based on the practical nature and context of education for the Korean.

Operation Status and Analysis of Computer Education for Special Skill Aptitude - Focusing on Elementary Schools in Chungnam Cheonan area - (컴퓨터 특기적성교육 운영 실태 및 분석 - 충남 천안지역 초등학교를 중심으로 -)

  • Wang Joung-A;Kim Eui-Jeong
    • Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Information and Commucation Sciences Conference
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    • 2006.05a
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    • pp.847-850
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    • 2006
  • Special skills and aptitude education which cultivates special skills and aptitude of students in widely implemented in elementary schools as a part of extracurricular activities after classes. This research is designed to find out improved operations in elementary schools' special skills and aptitude education activities by examining and analyzing the current situation. A survey of teachers and students was conducted on the teachers' interests in the special skills and aptitude education as well as on the participation level of students. In order to systematically operate and to vitalize the special skills and aptitude education, there should be full support and continuous interest from the Ministry of Education. In addition, hosting school's interests such as interlinking with other schools and attending exhibitions are important to maximize the effect of student's computer skills and aptitude education.

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Study on application of information and communication technology in special education (특수교사들의 정보통신기술 활용에 관한 실태 및 인식)

  • Han, Dong-Wook;Kang, Min-Chae
    • Journal of the Korean Data and Information Science Society
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    • v.23 no.5
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    • pp.927-937
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    • 2012
  • We conducted a survey methodology to study current state of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) application for teachers in special education. The analysis of 103 sample data shows the media type and usage frequency, the reason of ICT application, the awareness of ICT training program necessity and the detail training program. We divided two groups by work experience in education based on time when ICT curriculum adapted in special education department. The several differences of ICT usage and skill levels in managing ICT of two groups are statistically significant.

The Effect of 「Introduction to Special Education」 on the Understanding of Integrated Education and the Performance of Integrated Education of Elementary School Pre-service Teachers (특수교육학개론 수강이 초등예비교사들의 통합교육 인식과 통합교육 수행 능력 인식에 미치는 영향)

  • Kyung-ho Lee
    • Journal of the Health Care and Life Science
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    • v.9 no.2
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    • pp.285-295
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    • 2021
  • In the university of education that trains teachers, elementary school pre-service teachers understand the importance of integrated education and complete 「Introduction to Special Education」 as an essential subject for teaching knowledge so that they can perform integrated education well in the school field. Therefore, this paper has examined whether elementary school pre-service teachers understand integrated education well through 「Introduction to Special Education」 and whether their ability to perform integrated education has improved. In this study, 55 fourth-grade students taking 「Introduction to Special Education」 at the university of education were selected as experimental groups and questioned their understanding of integrated education and their ability to perform integrated education twice before and after taking the class. The research results are as follows: First, the perception of elementary school pre-service teachers about the integrated education changed statistically significantly and positively in all areas and points. And next, the ability of elementary school pre-service teachers to conduct the integrated education improved statistically significantly. These findings show that elementary school pre-service teachers can better understand integrated education and provide a foundation for conducting integrated education well in the field by completing 「Introduction to Special Education」 at universities.

A Fundamental Inquiry into The Development of a Framework Implementing Fieldwork in Special Education Teacher Preparation Programs (특수교사양성과정에서 현장실습학기제 모형개발 기초연구: 교육실습의 이론적 고찰)

  • Min Kyung Han;Juyoung Lee
    • The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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    • v.10 no.4
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    • pp.259-270
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    • 2024
  • This paper introduces a fundamental investigation into the establishment of a framework for integrating fieldwork into special education teacher preparation programs. This paper introduces a comprehensive framework for the implementation of semester-based practicum systems in special education teacher training programs. The paper delineates essential stages including preparation, adaptation, responsibility readiness, mutual responsibility, and evaluation, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, hands-on training, and feedback interactions. Moreover, the study delves into practical learning frameworks such as the Experiential Learning Model, Sociocultural Theory, and the Apprenticeship of Observation Model. It highlights their significance in connecting theoretical concepts with practical applications and in cultivating reflective practices among pre-service special education teachers. Moreover, the study explores two significant practicum models, namely the Class-Academy Model and the Professional Development Schools (PDS) Model, examining their elements, advantages, and impacts on teacher education programs. The paper provides valuable insights into improving the preparation of special education teachers by incorporating structured practicum experiences and innovative models that blend theoretical knowledge with practical application.

A Study on the Operation of Curriculum for Students with Developmental Disabilities Perception of Special Class Teachers and Integrated Class Teachers (특수교육대상학생 교육과정 운영에 대한 특수학급 교사 및 통합학급 교사의 인식)

  • Jeon, Hae-In;Jeong, Hyo-Chul
    • The Journal of the Korea Contents Association
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    • v.21 no.5
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    • pp.268-275
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    • 2021
  • In special education, the operation of curriculum for students subject to special education is a role given to special teachers and integrated class teachers, and there are prior studies that many teachers experience difficulties in operating the curriculum. In this study, it was intended to find out the direction of special education courses and appropriate support measures for the operation of special education courses by exploring the experiences of special teachers and integrated class teachers, difficulties and suggestions in operating the curriculum. Participants in this study were special and integrated teachers with more than 15 years of experience, and all interviews were conducted in one-on-one in-depth interviews. After all the interviews have been prepared in full-length versions, the analysis has resulted in six major subjects and twelve subtopics; each teacher has different curriculum operations, difficulties in applying the curriculum, insufficient support systems, professional qualifications, and daily concerns of teachers in integrated classes. In the discussion, the direction of operation of special education courses for students and appropriate support measures for the operation of curriculum were discussed, and the limitations of research were presented and proposed.

Exploring the Applicability of Protocol to Improve Curriculum Literacy for Special Education Pre-Teachers (예비특수교사들의 특수교육교육과정 문해력 향상을 위한 프로토콜 적용 가능성 탐색)

  • Lee, Okin;Park, Eun-Young
    • The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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    • v.7 no.3
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    • pp.179-185
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    • 2021
  • We performed to explore the applicability of protocol to improve the curriculum literacy for special education pre-teachers. For this, protocol of Park et al (2018), which can be used in the educational field, was partially modified and applied to enhance the special education curriculum expertise of pre-teachers. The literacy protocol of the special education curriculum was applied as Protocols 1 and 2, and Protocol 1 was focused on adaptation the 2015 special education curriculum and understanding literacy. Protocol 2 consisted of reorganizing the subject level centering on the five subjects presented in the special education curriculum, and establishing an integrated theme setting and reorganization plan. We applied the research design during a total of 15 weeks of special education curriculum subjects. The class format was flipped learning (e.g, pre-video lectures, theory lectures (E-Sheets), and learner-led activities (W-Sheets) for each topic was carried out. We found that pre-teachers' thought that the academic achievement and satisfaction of students with disabilities could be increased by adaptation the curriculum. Pre-teachers reported that the experience of reorganizing each subject/intersection helped improve their literacy but found it difficult.

Development and Validation of Physical Education Teaching Anxiety Scale for Preservice Special Teacher (예비특수교사의 체육교수불안 척도 개발 및 타당화)

  • Lee, Yong-Kuk
    • 한국체육학회지인문사회과학편
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    • v.57 no.3
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    • pp.375-389
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    • 2018
  • This study aims to development and validation a tool to measure physical education teaching anxiety(PETA) among preservice special teacher. In order to achieve this study purpose, first, the preliminary items for measurement scale were collected through open-ended questions and were developed by inductive content analysis from the 100 preservice special teacher. Second, investigation for construct validity was conducted on exploratory factor analysis from the 100 preservice special teacher. Third, in the final process, verify exernal validity was conducted by confirmatory factor analysis and t-test from the 300 presevice special teacher. As a result, the measurement scale of physical education teaching anxiety(PETA) among preservice special teacher consists of 4 main factors with 14 items: pedagogical content knowledge(n=4), understanding students(n=4), class environment(n=3), class management(n=3) factors and this scale has enough suitability.

A Study on the Real Condition of Teachers' Safety Accident and Methods of Preventive Education in Special Schools for Students with Mental Disorder (지적장애 특수학교 교사의 안전사고 실태 및 예방교육 방안에 관한 연구)

  • Bae, Kwang-Youl
    • Journal of Digital Convergence
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    • v.17 no.8
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    • pp.131-139
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    • 2019
  • This study is the purpose of effective safety education measures for special school teachers with intellectual disabilities on the status of safety accidents and preventive education. In summary, the results show that there is a statistically significant positive correlation between the safety education activities of teachers at special schools with intellectual disabilities, safety education environment, safety education recognition, safety education knowledge, safety resources and training experience, and internal and external factors. Overall, the experience of safety accidents by teachers is higher than expected, and the practice of safety education to prevent the occurrence of various places, times, and types such as classrooms, staircases, auditoriums, and rides. The practice of safety education to prevent this also indicated that the safety resources of special school teachers and opportunities for training experiences should be expanded more by presenting safety data, knowledge, awareness, and education activities in order.

A Research for the Gifted Education in China1

  • Jin Meiyue
    • Research in Mathematical Education
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    • v.10 no.1 s.25
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    • pp.71-78
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    • 2006
  • Gifted education has been becoming a focus of every field in Chinese society as a special educational mode, since Special Class for the Gifted Youth in the University of Science and Technology of China began to enroll students. In this paper we first introduce the developing procedure of the gifted education in China, and then recommend and analyze the characteristics of a successful gifted educational base in China. At length, we probe into the problems that exist in process of carrying on the gifted education in China for reference.

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