A quality peer-reviewed journal of The Australian Association of Special Education (AASE). The AASE aims to enhance access for students with special education needs to quality educational programs, promote professional standards of a high order and to support research that informs the delivery of special education in the Australian context. To further these aims, the Australasian Journal of Special Education publishes articles for a readership professionally engaged or interested in the education of students with special needs or the education of those who will work these students.