1. Are not knowledgeable of the forms of physical and health impairments and how these
impairments may affect student learning.
2. Have had little or no direct experience in teaching disabled students.
3. Are not aware of the research on best practice as it applies to students with disabilities.
4. Do not provide modeling in their classes on how to accommodate students with disabilities.
5. Do not expose the students in methods classes to instructional strategies best suited for
participation by all students.
6. Have a very limited awareness of resources and agencies available to provide information
and assistance in meeting the needs of students with disabilities.
7. Have a very limited awareness of facilities, equipment, and safety adaptations for students
with disabilities.
8. Are not aware of networking opportunities to link students with similar disabilities and are
not aware of networking opportunities to link students with disabilities with practicing
scientists and other professionals in scientific fields.
9. Often hold stereotypical views of what students with disabilities can and cannot do.
10. Are receptive to receiving additional training in teaching science to students with disabilities.