Abstract
This study aimed to explore the effects using case-based instruction for teaching 'Introduction of Special Education' in the basic teacher program on improving the expertise for special education pre-service teachers. Eight pre-service teachers participated in this study. The instruments used to collect data included the record list of case-based instruction, the evaluation of teaching results, the questionnaire of case-based instruction, and feedback. The data were analyzed by percentage, Means and Standard Deviation mainly and supplemented with qualitative analysis. There were 28 cases including 19 written cases and 9 movie cases. The results of effects indicated that (1) in terms of learning effects, the case-based instrument is suitable for the course of 'Introduction of Special Education' because it connects the theory with practice and facilitates learning, motivation, and ability to critically analyze issues; (2) in terms of learning manners effects, the process of case-based instrument could reduce the opportunities to play cell phone, sleeping and chatting for students in the classroom; (3) in terms of interactive effects, the case-based instruction could improve the interaction between students through discussions and feedbacks. They also learned to respect different opinions.