Analysis of the Operation Status of Online In-service Training Programs Related to Inclusive Education

The purpose of this study is to analyze the operational status of distance in-service training programs related to inclusive education and to propose improvement measures for such training programs. To this end, 29 training courses related to inclusive education, operated by 25 distance education institutes certified by the Ministry of Education, were selected and analyzed using content analysis. The study results showed that, first, in terms of the target audience, most training programs were designed for all teachers across all school levels, with the majority of the programs having a duration of 15 hours or less. Second, in terms of training dimensions, most courses covered between 30% and 49% of the 18 subtopics identified. Third, in terms of subject matter, training on the definition and necessity of inclusive education and behavior management were the most common. Based on these findings, the study suggests directions for future distance in-service training programs related to inclusive education, such as developing tailored training for specific target audiences and school levels, as well as offering specialized training that covers specific areas in depth. Recommendations for future research are also provided.