This case study research examined the perceptions of general and special education teachers towards educating students with disabilities in an inclusion classroom. The Concerns Based Adoption Model (CBAM) aided understanding of teacher participants' stages of concern in the inclusive process and the ways in which participation in training could affect those perceptions. A small district in the southern part of the United States was the focus of this study. Before training, participants took a pre-assessment survey, followed by three training sessions, and a subsequent post-assessment survey. The analysis of previously collected statistical CBAM data and interviews provided context for the research questions. Analysis of Pre- and Post-Stages of Concern survey data determined the teacher participants' levels of concern before and after training. After transcribing and coding interview data to develop categories, the data created themes that supported teacher responses on pre- and post-surveys. CBAM survey data indicated no change in teacher concern from pre- to post-survey; however, interview data revealed teachers had thought about inclusion. Interview data also revealed other initiatives and programs of higher concern, which affected the outcome of the statistical data. Research outcomes addressed teacher concerns, noting that leaders should develop training to meets those concern and consider teacher demands when implementing new initiatives.
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