THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (SPED) IN THE PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL SUR, PHILIPPINES

Abstract

Special Education program in the Philippines has become more imperative in
response to the growing number of children with special needs having access to quality education. This study is designed to assess the implementation of Special Education (SPED) Program of the nine SPED implementing schools in the province of Surigao del Sur using the CIPP Model. This study involved a descriptive-survey utilizing the structured questionnaire and focused group discussion (FGD). The data were analyzed using frequency count, percentage distribution, mean and standard deviation and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Content analysis was used in the qualitative data gathered in the FGD sessions. The findings of the study revealed that SPED implementation in the province of Surigao del Sur is high owing to the sufficient provisions in the Context and Product components and the deficiencies in the components of Input and Process. The findings of the study served as a basis for developing effective intervention programs and activities to enhance SPED implementation in the province and the deficiencies found in the components of Input and Process should be properly addressed by developing an effective programs and activities to enhance the SPED implementation in the province of Surigao del Sur.