Edutech For All: Bridging Gaps in Inclusive Learning
This project addresses the critical need for improved compliance, governance, and conduct in the educational ecosystem for specially-abled students. While educational institutions have made progress toward inclusivity, many still lack effective frameworks to fully support these students' needs. This study assesses the current landscape by reviewing policies, analyzing institutional practices, and gathering insights from educators, administrators, and advocacy groups. Key findings indicate gaps in policy adherence, insufficient training for staff, and inconsistencies in governance models that prevent effective support for specially-abled students. To address these challenges, the project proposes a structured governance framework, periodic compliance audits, and mandatory training programs focused on inclusivity and accessibility. The proposed framework outlines actionable steps for educational institutions to standardize support measures, ensuring equitable access to resources, learning tools, and physical spaces. Pilot implementations of these recommendations demonstrate improvements in institutional readiness and responsiveness to specially-abled students' needs. The results highlight that a unified approach, with well-defined standards and accountability mechanisms, significantly enhances the educational experience for specially-abled students, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive and equitable education system.
Publication Details
- Journal
- PhilPapers (PhilPapers Foundation)
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- Primary Topic
- Disability Education and Employment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00