Teacher InterviewSummary of Interview Questions1. How has the composition of students in special classes changed over time? While it is not something I have personally experienced, I am aware that more students with disabilities are being educated today than forty years ago. Education systems have worked to create a better environment for these students. This environment is as free from restrictions as possible and challenges the individual. It wasn't like that. Some disabilities were excluded. There were not enough funds. Public schools have tried to exclude these individuals. This is no longer the case, as demonstrated by my class, one of many.2. How has the composition of students in general education classrooms changed over time? As you know, more and more students with disabilities are entering general education classrooms due to legislative changes. In my class I had many students with various disabilities. I have had students with autism, communication disorders, and Down syndrome, to name a few. Of course, I also had many typically developing students. .3. How have the diagnosis and evaluation of students with exceptional needs changed over time? Multiple methods have been developed to assist in the identification and diagnosis of disabilities. Professionals are starting to understand what may have caused a child to develop the disability. The more I learn, the better I can help my students with these disabilities. The knowledge helps create personalized strategies for the student. Even in the last decade there has been much progress in the assessment and monitoring of these students. They are seen as people and not as their diagnosis. Many take place in the same place...middle of the paper.... Brown is a preschool teacher who currently has several students on IEPs in her classroom. The educator I interviewed had a high opinion of inclusion. As we discussed inclusion, we discussed the inclusive early childhood education program I am enrolled in. She was excited to learn that Ohio has joined the handful of states that have universities offering this type of program and was excited to see how this impacts the education system in Ohio. I believe that after interviewing this educator, I have a better understanding of the changes that have occurred in my future field. While I am aware of the history of special education and education in general, I think it is something entirely different to hear about changes in education from someone who* Names have been changedWorks CitedAnonymous Interviewee. (March 26, 2014). Personal communication.