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Title: A Quantitative Content Analysis Examining Barriers to Diversity Training Implementation in Schools
Language: English
Authors: Jerica Knox (ORCID 0000-0001-7686-7856), Tory L. Ash, Amy E. Fisher, Lindsay Fallon
Source: School Psychology. 2026 41(3):293-303.
Availability: American Psychological Association. Journals Department, 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002. Tel: 800-374-2721; Tel: 202-336-5510; Fax: 202-336-5502; e-mail: order@apa.org; Web site: http://www.apa.org
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 11
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
Descriptors: Barriers, Elementary Secondary Education, School Personnel, School Administration, Teacher Attitudes, School Social Workers, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Professional Development, Faculty Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Institutional Characteristics, Employee Attitudes, Administrator Attitudes, Program Implementation
DOI: 10.1037/spq0000729
ISSN: 2578-4218
2578-4226
Abstract: Despite increasing efforts to implement diversity training in K-12 schools, challenges persist in ensuring its effectiveness and sustainability. Authors employed a quantitative content analysis to (a) identify educator-reported barriers to diversity training using responses from a national sample of educators and (b) examine how the likelihood of reporting specific barriers varied by educator demographics and school characteristics. Open-ended survey responses from 633 educators were analyzed. Quantitative content analyses revealed eight major categories of barriers to diversity training: logistical (24%), individual (20%), leadership and commitment (16%), trainers and training (15%), community (10%), general resources (7%), policy and governance (6%), and no barriers (3%). Differences emerged based on educator demographics and school characteristics for community and logistical barriers. Findings underscore the need for tailored implementation strategies that address obstacles and foster a more supportive environment for diversity training.
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