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Parents And Educators Of A Special School: Their Perspectives On Inclusive Education For People With Down Syndrome In Navi Mumbai, India, Jennifer Peterson
Parents And Educators Of A Special School: Their Perspectives On Inclusive Education For People With Down Syndrome In Navi Mumbai, India, Jennifer Peterson
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The topic of this study is centered on students with intellectual disabilities; in particular, its focus is on those individuals who have Down syndrome. One of the primary debates revolving around the treatment of people with intellectual disabilities is whether or not they should be educated in separate, special schools. According to the current academic consensus, and the government of India’s new policies, inclusion within mainstream schools is the most beneficial practice for students with Down syndrome to grow socially and academically; however, the perspectives of parents and staff is often left out of the equation when determining the impact …