Special Needs Research Articles

How do French teachers understand inclusive education and its implementation?

ABSTRACT While inclusive education is widely promoted around the world, the meaning assigned to it remains ambiguous. Regarding that different interpretations have implications for teachers’ attitudes and behaviours, those interpretations could possibly exert influence on the inclusive school implementation by teachers. The present study sought to identify how French teachers define inclusive education, as well as the reasons they perceive as justifying its implementation. To this purpose, 251 teachers completed an online questionnaire. The results show that teachers’ harbour wide-ranging definitions, with a significant proportion viewing inclusive education as being rooted in an integrative approach (i.e. school viewed as the welcoming place of Special Educational Needs (SEN) students before being the place of their education). Moreover, teachers’ perceived reasons, while mainly based on universalist concerns, also often cite non-student-centred aspects like political strategies or material aspects such as funding. The results of this study may help to understand why difficulties persist in the implementation of inclusive education in France and likely abroad as well.

The Relationship Between the Type of Parent's Work Towards the Occurrence of Speech Delay at the Grahahusada Gresik Hospital

ABSTRACT The child's ability to communicate begins with the social reactions that the child shows by responding to the presence of others. This study aims to determine which parental role variables are associated with the incidence of speech delay in children with special needs at Grahahusada Gresik Hospital. Analytical observational research with cross sectional approach. The population in the study was all children with special needs who were examined at the children's poly with complaints of delays in work. The variables studied in the study are; individual characteristics of children, Child Age Group, Caregivers and incidence of speech delay. Techniques in sampling with total sampling techniques and analyzed using the Chi Square test. It is known that the children in the study were dominated by male gender 71.8% with the age group of toddlers 83.3% and most of the children were cared for by their own biological mothers as much as 62.8%. known the results of the Chi Square test p-Value variable gender of children 0.073, age category of children 0.004, and Caregivers 0.108. Child age category is associated with the incidence of speech delay in children with special needs at Grahahusada Gresik Hospital. Keywords: Speech Delay, Children with Special Needs, Parents

The Role of Interpersonal Communication of Educators for Students with Special Needs at Tat Wam Asi Special School in Baubau

The aim of this research is to understand the role of interpersonal communication between educators and special needs students, as well as to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in implementing interpersonal communication at SLB Tat Twam Asi. The method used in this research is a qualitative method. Data collection was carried out through three methods: observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing.The results of the research indicate that the role of interpersonal communication between educators and students at SLB Tat Twam Asi significantly influences various aspects within the school, especially in the learning domain. Interpersonal communication affects learning activities, play, and all interactions of students at school. It serves as a bridging tool between educators and students in their interactions. Without well-established interpersonal communication, the learning process becomes difficult to conduct. Personal approaches by educators to students help create a comfortable and enjoyable learning environment. The supporting factors include school facilities and the close relationship between educators and students. The inhibiting factors are the lack of classrooms and educators, lack of parental support, and the mental disorders experienced by the students.

Applicable Procedures to Design Products for Users with Special Needs Using Design Thinking

Applicable Procedures to Design Products for Users with Special Needs Using Design Thinking

Exploring Effective Teaching Strategies for Improving Motor Skills in Children with Special Needs Through Adapted Football: A Preliminary Study

Exploring Effective Teaching Strategies for Improving Motor Skills in Children with Special Needs Through Adapted Football: A Preliminary Study

A Training Package Based on Digital Education in Developing the Professional Competencies of Inclusion Teachers and its Impact on Improving their Attitudes towards Students with Special Needs

A Training Package Based on Digital Education in Developing the Professional Competencies of Inclusion Teachers and its Impact on Improving their Attitudes towards Students with Special Needs

The Effect of Optimism and Gratitude on Subjective Well-Being of Parents of Children with Special Needs

The children who are born with imperfect conditions are often referred as children with special needs. Parents of children with special needs shown to have low levels of optimism and gratitude, which can affect the level of subjective well-being. This research aims to prove the influence of optimism and gratitude on the subjective well-being of parents with special needs children. The present study used a quantitative approach with a survey research type. The research location was in Pidie Regency, Aceh, with a sample size of 132 parents aged 20-55. The sampling technique used simple random sampling. The instruments used in this research include The Satisfaction of Life Scale (SWLS) and Scale of Positive and Negative Experience (SPANE) with a reliability value of 0.710, the Revised Life Orientation Test (LOT-R) with a reliability value of 0.793, and the Gratitude Questionnaire (Q-6) with a reliability value of 0.761. The result shows that optimism and gratitude can simultaneously influence the subjective well-being of parents who have children with special needs (ß=0.087, p=0.000). The practical contribution made by optimism and gratitude to subjective well-being is 97.5%. The study revealed that optimism and gratitude are very influential in increasing subjective well-being in parents. In conclusion, parents with high subjective well-being tend to show confidence, appreciation, and satisfaction in life, thus positively contributing to parental involvement with children.

Promosi Kesehatan Penyakit Menular Dan Tidak Menular Pada SMPLB Menggunakan Metode Permainan Edukatif Flash Card

ABK (Children with Special Needs) are children who have physical, intellectual and emotional characteristics that are lower or higher than normal children their age. ABK can also be defined as children who have weaknesses and disabilities. Limited knowledge of crew members, especially in maintaining health, can reduce the health status of ABK. The community service carried out is one of the interventions that can be provided, the focus of the problem is regarding understanding infectious and non-infectious disease using the flash card educational game method. This health promotion aims to increase ABK knowledge about health so that they can reduce morbidity rates due to infectious and non-infectious disease. Using educational flash card games is one of innovations used in community service, adapting the learning by playing method. The level of knowledge of the 30 respondents was proven to have increased, which was measured through pre and post test questionnaires. The average post test score increased or was higher after providing health education using educational flash card games, namely from 37.7 to 65.6. There was an increase in understanding and knowledge of SMPLB students and students about infectious and non-infectious disease by 53.3% after being given health education using the flash card educational game method. The flash card educational games method is effective for use in the teaching and learning process and also as innovation in delivering material in community service to ABK respondents.

Promoting Inclusivity in Physical Education: Strategies for Special Needs Students

Promoting Inclusivity in Physical Education: Strategies for Special Needs Students

The Influence of Family Communication Patterns on Parenting Agreements for Children with Special Needs

The Influence of Family Communication Patterns on Parenting Agreements for Children with Special Needs

How Effective is Differentiated Instruction Model for Special Needs Students? Perspectives of Inclusive Teachers

In Indonesia, the inclusion of special needs children in mainstream education poses significant challenges, necessitating effective instructional strategies to meet their diverse learning needs. This study explores the effectiveness of Differentiated Instruction (DI) models in inclusive schooling settings, aiming to assess their impact on the learning outcomes and experiences of special needs children. Through telephone interviews with six teachers representing diverse educational backgrounds, this research delves into their experiences with implementing DI models. Thematic data analysis was employed to identify patterns, themes, and challenges associated with using DI in inclusive classrooms. The findings shed light on the effectiveness of various instructional strategies in meeting the unique needs of special needs children, while also uncovering barriers to effective implementation such as limited resources and inadequate training. Preliminary results indicate that DI models have the potential to enhance the learning experiences and outcomes of special needs children within inclusive settings. Teachers reported increased student engagement, motivation, and academic progress when employing tailored instructional approaches. However, challenges such as resource constraints and lack of training emerged as hindrances to effective DI implementation. This study underscores the importance of adopting student-centered instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning needs in inclusive classrooms. Furthermore, it highlights the necessity for targeted professional development programs and resource allocation to support teachers in effectively implementing DI strategies. By contributing insights into best practices for supporting the educational success of special needs children in mainstream schools, this research adds to the ongoing discourse on inclusive education in Aceh.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WORK LIFE BALANCE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING AMONG FEMALE SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL TEACHERS

The challenges faced by Special Needs School (SLB) teachers are more complex compared to regular school teachers. The complexity of the conditions of children with special needs requires educators to regulate more extensively to condition Special Needs Children (ABK) in a humane manner. The background of this research highlights the complexity of the dual roles undertaken by female SLB teachers, who also serve as mothers and wives. This study aims to determine the relationship between work-life balance and psychological well-being among female SLB teachers in Solo Raya. This study involves 110 female SLB teachers in Solo Raya as research subjects. The research method used in this study is quantitative correlational research. The research instruments for this research are work life balance by Fisher (2009) and Psychological well being by Ryff (1995). The results of the study show a significant positive correlation with a result of r = 0.352 and a significance value of 0.000 (p<0.05), which means that the higher the work-life balance, the higher the psychological well-being. The work-life balance variable contributes effectively by 12.3% to psychological well-being. Meanwhile, 87.7% of the psychological well-being variable is still influenced by other factors

Saved by Faith Not Your Body: Towards The Theology of Disability

This article describes that the perfection of God’s creation was guaranteed by faith, must be hold and lived in the life of the believers. Physical weakness (difable) is not a condition cause decreasing the perfection of God’s creation. Difable is not decreasing or weakening the existence and essence of human being as the body of Christ which was loved and saved by the blood of Christ. This article used the library research in theology, explored the love of God in the life of human being. The result showed that the church must develop the ministries of educating and empowering disable people (people with the special need). They are perfect as the body of Christ because the God itself is perfect. God is perfect so the creation is perfect too. Human being was perfected by the love of God.

Does Computer-Aided Distance Education Affect the Science Development of Special Needs Students?

Does Computer-Aided Distance Education Affect the Science Development of Special Needs Students?

An inclusive university environment in the Czech Republic based on the example of good practice at the University of Pardubice

The ability of a society to utilise the creative human potential of all its members, including those with disabilities, is an important indicator of the development of society and the economy and the level of education, quality and performance of the education system. Our professional article enriches the current issue of inclusive education and inclusive special pedagogy in the Czech Republic (CR) with a description of the qualities of an inclusive university environment. The aim of the paper is to introduce the reader to the inclusive university environment in the Czech Republic using the example of good practice at the University of Pardubice.The following methodological approaches were used in the preparation of this article: a) a content analysis of legislation, strategic documents currently in force in the Czech Republic and available professional sources; b) quantitative design in the preparation of statistical overviews = the number of students with specific needs (SN) at the University of Pardubice (UPa) in 2012–2020 and financing the increased costs of study for students with specific needs at UPa in 2012–2020.

Связь с общественностью как как механизм управленческой коммуникации

The article is devoted to the analysis of the theoretical and methodological basis of the phenomenon of public relations. The article examines its emergence as a concept and analyzes related theories. The author examines the transition of the phenomenon of public relations from the economic sector to the administrative sector and examines the process of its acquisition of the status of a mechanism of public administration. In conditions where the mechanisms of administrative coercion are alien to the democratic style of management, public relations have acquired particular importance in terms of managing the masses. Its application has led to transparency of the governance system, increased accountability and increased opportunities for citizen participation in public administration. In this sense, there is a special need for an in-depth study of the problem.

The Gratitude and Happiness of A Mother with A Child in Special Need

The Gratitude and Happiness of A Mother with A Child in Special Need

Development and validation of the Visual Function Battery for Children with Special Needs.

Development and validation of the Visual Function Battery for Children with Special Needs.

Learning Strategies and Communication Styles at SLB Autism YPPA Bukittinggi: Educational Communication for Students with Autism

This study focuses on educational communication in the context of SLB Autisma YPPA Bukittinggi, specifically on teaching strategies and communication styles between teachers and autistic students. The research method involves interviews with the Head of the Special Needs School and an analysis of teaching practices in both classical and therapy classes. The research findings indicate that communication between teachers and autistic students relies on understanding varied communication styles. The therapy class, using the ABA approach, emphasizes individuality and personalized learning. Communication styles in the therapy class are dominated by teachers, who utilize repetition, emphasis, and motivation to achieve learning objectives. Learning strategies that comprehend the uniqueness of each student and utilize cognitive learning theories can aid in achieving optimal learning outcomes.

Teaching and Learning Skills of Students’ Learning Readiness Special Educational Needs Students with Learning Disabilities in Elementary School

Teaching and Learning Skills of Students’ Learning Readiness Special Educational Needs Students with Learning Disabilities in Elementary School