European Journal of Special Needs Education · 1998 · 14 citations · 0 references
Exceptional ChildExceptional ChildrenEducation LawPaper Special EducationInclusive EducationDisabilitySpecial Education FieldEducationAccessible EducationSpecial EducationDevelopmental DisabilitiesElementary Education InstructionEducational Programs
ABSTRACT In this paper special education in Turkey is reviewed. Sub‐topics include national educational organizations, together with related laws and regulations, the current status of public and other education services, and personnel training in special education. Especially, public education services to individuals with mental disabilities, visual and hearing impairment, and physical disabilities are emphasized. The paper concludes with a consideration of the problems and needs of the special education field in Turkey.