EXAMINING THE PROFESSIONAL DEDICATION LEVELS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS WORKING IN PRIMARY SCHOOL ACCORDING TO DIFFERENT VARIABLES

Authors : Cahit Nuri, Kevser Güleç, Başak Bağlama

Pages : 93-108

Doi:10.55020/iojpe.1469714

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Publication Date : 2024-06-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The purpose of this research is to examine the professional commitment levels of special education teachers working in inclusive classes in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), according to different variables. This study used a relational survey model, which is a quantitative research method. A total of 130 special education teachers working in special education schools participated in this research during the 2021-2022 academic year. In the study, “Demographic Information Form” and “Teaching Professional Commitment Scale” were used as data collection tools. According to the findings obtained from the research, no significant differences were found in special education teachers’ professional commitment according to age, gender, marital status, professional seniority, support from colleagues, and support from administrators. Significant differences were found in special education teachers’ professional commitment according to educational status, job satisfaction, and wage satisfaction. According to the findings obtained as a result of the research, it has been revealed that special education teachers who are satisfied with their job are highly committed to their profession, self-sacrificing and devoted to their students.
Keywords : Professional commitment, special education, special education teacher, profession