Philosophy of Special Education

Philosophy of Special Education
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Philosophy of Special Education
The philosophy of education is a statement or set of statements from an individual or group identifying and clarifying the beliefs, values, and understandings concerning education. It is, therefore, a critical way of looking at knowledge and opinions relating to education. It contributes greatly to what subjects are taught and how information to be taught is delivered to people with special needs. The philosopher of education needs to demonstrate the ability to conceptualize, well articulate the aims of special education, including interventions required, argumentative rigor, and well-thought consideration of stakeholders' interests in special education. As a stakeholder in special education, I will share my vision of meeting the learning needs of students with special needs, ethical frameworks, and professional practice standards. Resources teachers should use to have a deeper understanding of the need of special education students.
The purpose of education
For children to grow into good and accomplished individuals who will be successful in the future, children need to be provided with education (Busemeyer et al., 2017). This applies throughout the education journey from elementary to university education level. The knowledge and skills acquired are used as a basis through which a successful career and decent life can be achieved (Busemeyer et al., 2017). A good platform is also provided through which students can achieve their ambitions. For children with special needs, to reach such levels will require a lot of effort. They will therefore need to be made to understand why education is important from the very early stages. Education also helps students identify and develop their talents through learning opportunities and specialized programs. Although children develop social and communication skills early before school, additional training helps develop and sharpen these skills. Parents and the community are helpful in this process, but teachers have the greatest responsibility.
Personal vision
To meet the educational needs of students for special education, a proper vision will have to be developed. My vision will be to ensure applicable standards are adhered to and, where necessary suggest improvements. Consideration should be made when developing tests and assessments. Approaches used while developing a test should ensure that such tests are appropriate for all students, those with special needs included. In instances where such tests are field based and require some form of physical activity, an inclusive mechanism should be put in place while reviewing the test results of special education students (Thurlow et al., 2013). As an educationist, I will strive to ensure that regardless of their special needs, my students will learn and be inspired to be positive and constr...