Inclusion of students with disabilities into general education classroom is now one of the most significant issues facing the education community both nationally and internationally. In order to address this issue effective teacher preparation program...
Inclusion of students with disabilities into general education classroom is now one of the most significant issues facing the education community both nationally and internationally. In order to address this issue effective teacher preparation programs for inclusion are significantly important. In this study, previous studies preparing general education preservice teachers for inclusion were reviewed, focusing on course contents, instructional methods or student activities, and impacts of the course. The results are discussed in relation to the conceptual framework which was developed based on the review, basic assumptions of preservice teacher program, effective instructional contents and teaching methods of the course. The outcomes of the mandatory special education course suggested from current review include: (1) improving perception of disabilities and inclusion, (2) getting readiness for teaching at inclusive classroom, (3) improving special/inclusive education related knowledge and skills, (4) meeting needs of diverse learners, and (5) building collaborative partnerships among families and other professionals. Implications and suggested directions for further research and practices in teacher preparation are provided.