Ignorance Is Not Bliss; It Is the Fastest Way to Litigation: What Principals Need to Know about Special Education
Overview & Synopsis
This study investigated the foundational knowledge and skills new building leaders need to navigate special education aspects of their roles. A survey of 104 special education professionals in Minnesota ranked 18 topics related to special education on their importance for principal preparation programs. The top priorities were discipline issues involving students with disabilities, the principal's role in IEP meetings, integrating students with disabilities, and special education law. The findings recommend enhancing principal preparation curricula with comprehensive training on IEP processes, discipline protocols, inclusion strategies, and continuous professional development on special education law. Practicum experiences requiring special education processes are advocated to be included in preparation programs.
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Document Information
| Document Title | Ignorance Is Not Bliss; It Is the Fastest Way to Litigation: What Principals Need to Know about Special Education |
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| Author / Organization | Steven M. Baule, Jessica L. Cook |
| Subject & Discipline | Principals, Administrator Education, Special Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2026 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-133527 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |