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Exceptional students in Queensland catholic schools: Prevalence, priorities and future directions

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  26 February 2016

Mark G. Quinn ,
William F. Suitmann  and
John Elkins
Mark G. Quinn
Affiliation:
Catholic Education Office, Brisbane
William F. Suitmann
Affiliation:
Catholic Education Office, Brisbane
John Elkins
Affiliation:
The Fred and Eleanor Schonell Educational Research Centre, University of Queensland
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A survey of the prevalence and needs of exceptional students was carried out in Queensland Catholic primary (n = 195) and secondary (n = 40) schools. Within the overall population surveyed 3.13% possessed disabilities, 3.83% behavioural difficulties, 4.19% advanced learning characteristics, and 12.80% learning difficulties. The survey indicated that support services fell short of the demand, particularly for students with behavioural difficulties and those considered to be advanced learners. The data obtained was of the same order as that found in other state, national and international studies. The majority of principals and teachers interviewed held positive attitudes towards integration. However, this was qualified by a strong press for additional professional support, inservice training, and resources to enable the necessary enhancement of the educational experiences being offered. The survey identified a continuing need for communication and cooperation with state and private agencies and the desirability of developing a system which marshalls the available resources, both regular and special, into an efficient and feasible service delivery operation.

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Australasian Journal of Special Education , Volume 12 , Issue 1 , May 1988 , pp. 10 - 20
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Copyright © The Australian Association of Special Education 1988

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