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Contrasting Visions Of Inclusive Education: Comparisons From Rural And Urban Settings In Botswana And Zimbabwe, Sourav Mukhopadhyay, Martin Musengi Jan 2012

Contrasting Visions Of Inclusive Education: Comparisons From Rural And Urban Settings In Botswana And Zimbabwe, Sourav Mukhopadhyay, Martin Musengi

Electronic Journal for Inclusive Education

This article explores similarities and differences in Botswana and Zimbabwe elementary school principals’ understanding of what inclusive education involves. Using a cross-site case study research design, fifteen principals in the two countries’ urban, semi-urban and rural areas were interviewed while naturalistic observations were also carried out at each school. Findings indicate no differences between the two countries as the principals were familiar with the concept of inclusive education and were favourable towards including learners with disabilities. However the increased visibility of students with disabilities in primary schools seems to overshadow other learners with various vulnerabilities. Inclusion seemed to present more …

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Students With Asd In Mainstream Primary Education Settings: Teachers' Experiences In Western Australian Classrooms, Rebecca Soto, Julie Ann Pooley, Lynne Cohen, Myra Taylor Jan 2012

Students With Asd In Mainstream Primary Education Settings: Teachers' Experiences In Western Australian Classrooms, Rebecca Soto, Julie Ann Pooley, Lynne Cohen, Myra Taylor

Research outputs 2012

The shift to inclusive education within Australia has resulted in increasing numbers of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) being placed in mainstream educational settings. This move has created new demands on teachers who are not necessarily trained to meet the challenge. Therefore, the present study aimed to develop an understanding of how 12 Western Australian primary school (K-7) teachers adapted to the challenge of having a student with ASD in their mainstream classroom. Using an interpretivist framework, data from semistructured interviews revealed that teachers perceived a need to first recognise and accept the challenges associated with having a student …

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Quality Of Sports Participation By Pupils With Disabilities In Inclusive Education Settings In Masvingo Urban, Martin Musengi Ph.D., Tapiwa Mudyahoto Ph.D. Jan 2010

Quality Of Sports Participation By Pupils With Disabilities In Inclusive Education Settings In Masvingo Urban, Martin Musengi Ph.D., Tapiwa Mudyahoto Ph.D.

Electronic Journal for Inclusive Education

The study sought to analyze the extent to which pupils with disabilities participated in sports and Physical Education in inclusive education settings. To this end, it examined how sports are adapted to suit these pupils and explored other factors which contributed to the pupils’ benefit or lack of benefit from sports. A qualitative descriptive survey design which employed questionnaires and structured interviews collected data from 30 primary school pupils with disabilities, 20 primary schoolteachers and five school heads. The study found that teachers and non-disabled peers have low expectations of pupils with disabilities as potentially competent athletes. The teachers view …

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A Different Perspective On Inclusion, Amy E. Hill Jan 2009

A Different Perspective On Inclusion, Amy E. Hill

Senior Honors Theses and Projects

Nineteen parents and students were interviewed in fifteen different interviews. Participants were asked a series of questions to explore their perspectives on the inclusion of children with disabilities in general education classrooms. Their responses were recorded via tape recorder and written documentation. Parents of children with and without disabilities felt that inclusion is beneficial socially and developmentally to all involved. Students without disabilities do not mind having children with disabilities in their classroom.

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Final Report: Project Evolve (Expanding And Validating Options For Learning Through Variations In Education)., Michael Giangreco Jan 2008

Final Report: Project Evolve (Expanding And Validating Options For Learning Through Variations In Education)., Michael Giangreco

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

Final Report of Project EVOLVE (Expanding and Validating Options for Learning in Education). The project developed and field-tested alternatives to inappropriate utilization or overreliance on paraprofessionals.

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Educating Deaf Children In An Inclusive Setting In Kenya: Challenges And Considerations, Peter Oracha Adoyo Ph.D. Jan 2007

Educating Deaf Children In An Inclusive Setting In Kenya: Challenges And Considerations, Peter Oracha Adoyo Ph.D.

Electronic Journal for Inclusive Education

Educators of the deaf have been of the view that placement of deaf students in classrooms with their hearing peers often may not be conducive to their social and academic development. This is because the two groups often experience difficulties in communication with each other and that such difficulties often include loneliness, rejection and social isolation. These experiences as observed by the educators do not promote social and academic development. This paper discusses perspectives on inclusive education in general and the deaf in particular. Challenges encountered in placing the deaf child in an inclusive classroom are highlighted and possible solutions …

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Including Students With Disabilities In The Classroom, Michael Giangreco Jan 2007

Including Students With Disabilities In The Classroom, Michael Giangreco

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Instructional Strategies, Michael Giangreco, Lia Cravedi Jan 2007

Instructional Strategies, Michael Giangreco, Lia Cravedi

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Assisting Students Who Use Wheelchairs: Guidelines For School Personnel, Michael Giangreco, Irene Mcewen, Fox Timothy, Doeborah Lisi-Baker Jan 2007

Assisting Students Who Use Wheelchairs: Guidelines For School Personnel, Michael Giangreco, Irene Mcewen, Fox Timothy, Doeborah Lisi-Baker

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Getting The Most Out Of Support Services, Susan W. Edelman, Michael F. Giangreco, Ruth Dennis, Patricia Prelock, Marie Macleod, Marie-Christine Potvin Jan 2007

Getting The Most Out Of Support Services, Susan W. Edelman, Michael F. Giangreco, Ruth Dennis, Patricia Prelock, Marie Macleod, Marie-Christine Potvin

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

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Attitudes Of New Jersey Public Secondary School Principals Toward Inclusive Education And Educational Strategies Related To Its Practice, Sharon L. Maricle Jan 2001

Attitudes Of New Jersey Public Secondary School Principals Toward Inclusive Education And Educational Strategies Related To Its Practice, Sharon L. Maricle

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

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Developing A Shared Understanding: Paraeducator Supports For Students With Disabilities In General Education, Michael Giangreco, Eileen Cichoskikelly, Linda Backus, Susan W. Edelman, Priscilla Tucker, Stephen M. Broer, Christopher Cichoskikelly, Pam Spinney Mar 1999

Developing A Shared Understanding: Paraeducator Supports For Students With Disabilities In General Education, Michael Giangreco, Eileen Cichoskikelly, Linda Backus, Susan W. Edelman, Priscilla Tucker, Stephen M. Broer, Christopher Cichoskikelly, Pam Spinney

College of Education and Social Services Faculty Publications

In order for groups of people to become effective teams it is vital that they develop a shared understanding of the underlying beliefs, values, and principles that will guide their work together. This shared understanding evolves over time as members learn about each other, spend time together, and engage in the work of their group. Having a shared understanding provides a basic structure within which teams: • develop common goals; determine actions that will lead toward the attainment of their goals; ensure that their actions are consistent with their beliefs; and judge whether their efforts have been successful.

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Program Practices In An Urban School District For Serving Students Identified As Emotionally Disturbed In The Least Restrictive Environment, Leigh L. Butler Jan 1999

Program Practices In An Urban School District For Serving Students Identified As Emotionally Disturbed In The Least Restrictive Environment, Leigh L. Butler

Theses and Dissertations in Urban Services - Urban Education

This research examined current educational practices utilized by administrators and teachers to provide services to students with emotional disturbances in an urban school district in the least restrictive environment. In addition, training needs to improve the delivery of education services to students identified as emotionally disturbed also were identified. Data was gathered through the use of a survey and was expanded through focus group interviews. All schools in the urban school district which provide services to students identified as emotionally disturbed were requested to participate in this research. Surveys were distributed to special education and regular education teachers who provided …

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Counseling And Tutoring Interventions For Students With Special Needs To Promote Success In Regular Classes Coursework: California State University Profile, Salwa T. Abdel-Mesih Jan 1998

Counseling And Tutoring Interventions For Students With Special Needs To Promote Success In Regular Classes Coursework: California State University Profile, Salwa T. Abdel-Mesih

Theses Digitization Project

The general purpose of this study was to investigate the concept that the learning disabled group (LDG) students who are given extra attention will show improvement in their regular classes. Three methods selected: Group counseling, individual counseling, and individual tutoring.

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A Survey Of Attitudes Of Special And Regular Educators Toward The Inclusion Of Students With Severe Disabilities In Regular Education Classrooms, Yvonne Patricia Holmes Jan 1997

A Survey Of Attitudes Of Special And Regular Educators Toward The Inclusion Of Students With Severe Disabilities In Regular Education Classrooms, Yvonne Patricia Holmes

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

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Dimensions Of The Paraeducator Experience Facilitating The Inclusion Of Children With Identified Special Education Needs In General Education Classes, Cathryn Griswold Riggs Jan 1996

Dimensions Of The Paraeducator Experience Facilitating The Inclusion Of Children With Identified Special Education Needs In General Education Classes, Cathryn Griswold Riggs

Educational Studies Dissertations

This study investigates the role of teacher's assistants with special education students in mainstreamed classrooms.

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