Faculty Attitudes Toward Students With Disabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Mixed-Methods Study
Reem Fahad Alrusaiyes
Abstract:The social model of disability assumes that the university environment sometimes creates disability related obstacles and barriers. This study investigated faculty members’ attitudes toward students with disabilities and the latter’s capability to succeed in Saudi Arabian universities. The study surveyed 719 faculty members and conducted interviews with 8 faculty members from five Saudi universities. Data were analyzed using descriptive and thematic analyses. Differences in participants’ responses based on gen… Show more
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