“…This chapter reviewed the literature relative to the role of the special education administrator. Several studies attempted to isolate and identify the specific tasks and function of the special education administrator (Ayer, 1928;Baker, 1944;Furman, 1988;Johnson & Burrello, 1987;Newman, 1970;Mackie & Engel, 1955;Marro & Kohl, 1972;Rude & Sasso, 1988;Voelker, 1966;Weatherman & Hapoz, 1975;Whitworth & Hatley, 1982). Other studies presented evidence that an unclear view of the role of the special education administrator persists (Anastasio & Sage, 1982;Arick & Krug, 1993;Berry & Sistrunk, 1989;Bobay, 1973;Duncan & Hill, 1979;Hartley, 1991;Herbert & Miller, 1985;Mazor, 1977;Ponder, 1994;Robson, 1980;Spriggs, 1972;Sullivan, 1986;Walker, 1988).…”