Sustainable Teaching: Analysis of Teachers’ Competencies in Inclusive Education

  • Sajid Nadeem Khan Khosa PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Training, The University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan.
  • Dr. Muhammad Shakir Associate Professor, Department of Educational Training, The University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan.
  • Dr. Erum Aslam Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Keywords: Inclusion, Diversified, Learner with Diversity, Individualized Program, Educational Technology

Abstract

The purpose of current research study is to explore the level of awareness and knowledge of primary school level regular and special education teacher, working in an inclusive classroom setting for both typically diversified learners and individuals with special educational needs. The terminology "integrated" was changed to "inclusive," and the term diversity’ replaced ‘disability’. The basic objective of this current research study is to explore the awareness and knowledge of teachers working at primary school level in normal and special education teachers, working in an inclusive education setting for both typically diversified learners and individuals with special educational needs. This study is based on an investigation of teachers’ knowledge and awareness regarding diversity and inclusive education. A purposive design has been included in the general education sectors. a questionnaire for data collection was completed online.  Responded (n = 50) by teachers' knowledge about inclusion of diversified individuals, a statistical analysis was combined with the data obtained through a questionnaire. According to research on inclusive education, researchers suggest that, without knowledge and proper training, effective inclusion cannot take place in regular classrooms, regardless of how excellent the infrastructure of the building, educational policy, and how well-resourced it may be. As a result, teachers must know about inclusive education and aware to modify their lessons for diversity, give them tailored education, collaborate with professionals and parents, using modern techniques to supportt learners to resolved the issues, and overcome the weaknesses.

Author Biography

Sajid Nadeem Khan Khosa, PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Training, The University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan.

 

 

 

Published
2023-03-31