International Journal of Cognitive Research in Science, Engineering and Education (IJCRSEE)

IJCRSEE Editorial Team; Daniela Dimitrova-Radojičić

doi:10.23947/2334-8496-2022-10-3-109-115

Authors

Daniela Dimitrova-Radojičić Institute of Special education and rehabilitation, Faculty of Philosophy, University Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Skopje, North Macedonia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9888-223X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23947/2334-8496-2022-10-3-109-115

Keywords:

attitude, peers with blindness, high school students, inclusive education, regular school

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the attitudes of high school pupils toward peers with blindness. Using the CATCH-scale (Chedoke-McMaster Attitudes towards Children with Handicaps), 218 high school students’ attitudes were assessed. High school students generally had a positive attitude towards students with blindness. The total scores on the CATCH- scale was a little higher for female students, but with no statistically significant difference (p>.05). Generally, the implications of this research suggest that regular schools must implement coexistence programs that will lead to even better attitude in inclusive settings.

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