Attitudes of employers and employees toward handicapped co-workers

Date of Publication

2002

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Education Major in Special Education

College

Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education

Department/Unit

Educational Leadership and Management

Thesis Adviser

Emelita F. Arevalo

Defense Panel Chair

Dena S. Culaba

Defense Panel Member

Perlita M. Jamoralin
Flordelina Ospick

Abstract/Summary

This study determines the attitudes of employers and employees toward handicapped co-workers. The study employed the descriptive-comparative type of research. Forty respondents (20 employers and 20 employees) were selected from a total of 5 companies/agencies employing handicapped workers. Respondents were chosen using the purposive sampling technique. The researcher devised a questionnaire which sought to determine employers' and employees' attitudes toward handicapped co-workers. Attitudes of respondents in terms of comprehensibility, independence, likeability, respectability, responsibility and competence were determined through a 5-point rating scale. Results revealed that most of the respondents in the employers and employees groups are males and in the early adult years. They already have prior awareness of their co-workers' handicapping condition and have been working with them for an average of five years. It was also found out that respondents generally show positive attitudes towards these individuals except for employers who manifest ambivalent attitudes toward the capability of persons with disability to become independent in the workplace. Both groups are likewise comparable in their attitude toward these individuals. Furthermore, it was noted that better chances of employability await these workers. A more relevant vocational educational program may be useful in preparing these people to become effective in the employment arena. With the acceptance being shown to these handicapped workers, working may be regarded by these individuals as satisfying and rewarding life experience.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TG03397

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

135 leaves ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Employees--Attitudes; Handicapped--Employment; Vocational guidance for the handicapped

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