Overview

The scope of the congress includes, but is not limited to; the following major topics as they relate to current issues, practices, researches and theoretical applications in special education:

  • Mainstreaming / Inclusive Education and Supportive Special Education Services
  • Early Childhood Special Education
  • Diagnosis and Evaluation in Special Education
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Mild to Severe disabilities
  • Special Education Laws, Legal Regulations and Policies across Countries
  • Individualized Education Programs
  • Teaching Skills to Individuals with Special Needs
  • Family Education and Guidance in Special Education
  • History of Special Education
  • Future Trends in Special Education
  • Integration of Technology in Special Education
  • Assistive Technologies
  • Music, Sports and Art Activities in Special Education
  • Sexual Education of Individuals with Special Needs
  • In-service Training for Special Education Teachers or Teachers from Other Disciplines Working in the Area of Special Education
  • Attitudes towards Individuals with Disability
  • Ethical issues in Special Education
  • Raising Awareness of Special Education in the Society and Schools
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Mental Retardation
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Hearing Impairment
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Visual Impairment
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Physical Disability
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Language and Speech Disorders
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Learning Disability
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
  • Understanding and Teaching Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
  • Understanding and Teaching Gifted Individuals