Leaders’ Knowledge and Awareness on Creating Inclusive Learning Environment Through Technology Integration for Students with Disabilities: Jimma University in Focus

The main purpose of this study is to investigate university leaders’ knowledge and awareness of creating inclusive learning environment through technological integration for SWDs in Jimma University. The study employed a mixed research design (QUAN→qual) with an explanatory sequential design. The key findings revealed that there is a low level of understanding of leaders. The correlation result among leaders’ understanding and creating inclusive learning environment was (0.838**). This result suggested that there is a strong positive correlation. The p-value is <0.01, which means a statistically significant. Moreover, the result of multiple regression (p=.00) proved that the predictor and residence variable had strong relationship. Furthermore, training, sharing experience, collaboration with SWD services of accessibility are the strategies which adopt to enhance leaders knowledge and awareness. Finally, it is recommended that all university leaders work in collaborate with disability support services to create an inclusive learning environment for SWDs by integrating technology.