In this study, focus group interviews were conducted to explore the perceptions of
elementary special and general education teachers on curricular inclusion. Thirty teachers (15
special education teachers and 15 general education teachers) participated in focus group
interviews; the interviews involved five open-ended questions. The interview data were
transcribed, and then coded three times. Through the coding processes, four themes with
thirteen sub-categories emerged for the special education teachers; sixteen sub-categories
emerged for the general education teachers. The major findings of this study are summarized
as follows. First, the special and general education teachers perceived inclusion differently.
Second, the findings revealed both commonalities and differences between the special and
general education teachers about difficulties, needs, and solutions for curricular inclusion. Third,
the special and general education teachers felt that the unique expertise of both special and
general education teachers is needed for successful curricular inclusion. Lastly, they felt that the
commitment and qualities of teachers should be their common expertise in the implementation
of curricular inclusion.