Purdy, N. (2014) Disablist Bullying in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland: An investigation of student teachers’ knowledge, experience, and confidence

Disablist Bullying in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland: An investigation of student teachers’ knowledge, experience, and confidence

Journal Article

Abstract

This study explored the knowledge, experience and confidence of student teachers from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in relation to disablist bullying. Adopting a mixed methodological approach of four focus groups (N = 18) and a pencil-and-paper questionnaire (N = 257), the study explored the students knowledge, experience and confidence in relation to disablist bullying. Results highlight that none of the participants, in either jurisdiction, had received guidance in relation to disablist bullying as part of their Initial Teacher Education (ITE). Results highlight the need for practical, solution-focused and evidence-based input at the level of ITE and Continuing Professional Development in both jurisdictions.

Output Information

Noel Purdy & Conor Mc Guckin (2014) Disablist bullying in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland: an investigation of student teachers’ knowledge, experience and confidence, European Journal of Special Needs Education, 29:4, 446-456, DOI: 10.1080/08856257.2014.952914

Published Output URL: https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-3802.12110

Published: 27/07/2015