Differences in Outcomes for Female and Male Students in Special Education
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2006
Description
Interest in differences in outcomes for male and female students in special education has increased in recent years. Using the nationally representative, longitudinal National Education Longitudinal Study of 1988 (NELS-88) data set, a logistic regression model was used to examine the extent to which outcome variables were differentially associated with gender for students participating in special education. Evidence was obtained for several differential effects, with most results favoring males. Among other findings, females as compared to males with disabilities were less likely to obtain a high school diploma, were less likely to be employed, earned less, and were more likely to be a biological parent. Recommendations are provided for improved transition services, the implementation of promising practices related to self-determination, and renewed emphasis on comprehensive and flexible life—career preparation to foster better outcomes among females with disabilities.
Citation Information
Coutinho, Martha; Oswald, Donald P.; and Best, al M.. 2006. Differences in Outcomes for Female and Male Students in Special Education. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals. Vol.29(1). 48-59. https://doi.org/10.1177/08857288060290010401 ISSN: 0885-7288