Running head: PHILOSOPHY OF SPECIAL EDUCATION 1
Philosophy of Education
Philosophy of Special Education
As a special education teacher I feel that all children, even those with disabilities, can
learn. Special education includes three types of services. A student with a disability will receive
specifically designed instruction (SDI) which is styled to meet the individual needs of the student
with disabilities. This will include, but not limited to, students academic skills, communication
skills, and behavioral challenges. (Friend & Bursuck, 2019 pg.4). Another type of service is
related services which is assistance beyond academic instruction. This includes speech therapy,
