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ERIC Number: EJ1100787
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 18
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ISSN: EISSN-2372-451X
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Pediatric Hospital School Programming: An Examination of Educational Services for Students Who Are Hospitalized
Steinke, Sarah M.; Elam, Megan; Irwin, Mary Kay; Sexton, Karen; McGraw, Anne
Physical Disabilities: Education and Related Services, v35 n1 p28-45 2016
This study aimed to define the current functions and operations of hospital school programs nationwide. A 56-item survey was disseminated to hospital teachers across the country to examine perceptions about their work, programs, and professional practice. Quantitative findings were analyzed using descriptive statistics at the individual item-level. Qualitative responses were categorized for thematic review and analyzed using an inductive approach. The final sample included 88 completed surveys. Findings were classified into three broad categories: hospital school programming, hospital school teachers, and hospital school instruction. Results revealed that great variability exists across hospitals. Differences were evident in how programs were staffed, funded, and how services are allocated to patients during hospitalizations. Findings will contribute to the establishment of best practices for hospital school programs.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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