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Factors Influencing the Attrition and Retention of Special Education Teachers Based on Gender and Racial Differences

Authors: LaRon A. Scott, Nicholas Bell, Rachel W. Bowman, Imani Evans, Meagan Dayton

Published in: The Urban Review | Issue 1/2024

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We examined factors that lead to the attrition and retention of special education teachers (SETs) based on gender, race, and geographical location. Factors leading to SETs intent to stay or leave teaching is commonly overlooked in research, particularly when controlling for gender and race. Thus, we reviewed survey data of 778 SETs, controlling for gender and race in different settings (urban, suburban, and rural). We found differences between men and women SETs, including significant differences in supports for men and women identifying within the same race/ethnicity demographics in urban settings. We propose research and practice directions for attracting, supporting, and retaining SETs across multiply marginalized groups.

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Title: Factors Influencing the Attrition and Retention of Special Education Teachers Based on Gender and Racial Differences
Authors: LaRon A. Scott
Nicholas Bell
Rachel W. Bowman
Imani Evans
Meagan Dayton
Publication date: 05-09-2023
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Published in: The Urban Review / Issue 1/2024
Print ISSN: 0042-0972
Electronic ISSN: 1573-1960
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11256-023-00670-9

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