Download or read book Early Childhood Inclusive Education in Thailand written by Sunanta Klibthong and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recognising that inclusive education is critical to advancing All children's development, social inclusion and future productivity, this doctoral thesis seeks to engage the field of Thailand's early childhood inclusive education in a theoretical and practical conversation. Using Pierre Bourdieu's conceptual tools (Capital, Field and Habitus), the study explores and critically analyses the facilitators and barriers to early childhood inclusive education in terms of teachers and education policy maker's inclusive knowledge, beliefs, skills and practices in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. The conceptualisation from which this thesis is based, suggests that early childhood inclusive practice "exists in a social space given life through constant power struggles" (Eacott, 2010, p. 221). It is this contested space that defines the philosophy and practice of inclusive education, and arguably, teachers and policy makers' everyday practices. Using a mixed method design underpinned by Bourdieuian eclectic methodology and analysis, the study found that the early childhood teachers have limited knowledge and understanding of inclusive education and practice which they have attributed to: (1) a lack of effective training in inclusive education (2) inclusive education for young children is a new educational concept and agenda in Thailand. The study further identified that although the policy makers agreed that legislation and policy on inclusive education is adequate, this is not backed by effective implementation in real practice. Teachers reported that they felt significant stress and helplessness in their classrooms when planning teaching to meet the learning and developmental needs of children with disability and those with additional education needs. The teachers attributed these stressors to not knowing what to do with children with disability in their classes in addition to supports that were not forthcoming in their teaching of children with disability. Furthermore, the study uncovered that relational and cultural-religious beliefs of reincarnation and hierarchical relationships posed barriers to inclusive education in the early years classrooms in Thailand. This means, a number of children in the early childhood settings that claimed to be inclusive, are actually in search of inclusion.The major implications glean from this study highlight the need for quality professional education, training and retraining of stakeholders (teachers, policy makers, support personnel etc) in leveraging knowledge and practice in educating children with disability/additional education needs. The study underscores the need for policy monitoring, flexibility in curricula, funding and novel ways of theorising issues of exclusion and inclusion. To accomplish these, the study provides a model to inform the development of a culturally relevant inclusive education for all young children in Thailand.
Download or read book Bringing Insider Perspectives into Inclusive Teacher Learning written by Phyllis Jones and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-10-08 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating text offers a compelling argument for the need to include insider perspectives of disability in teacher education programs, in order to enrich professional understandings and shed light on the reality of living with a disability. With contributions from a highly experienced team of authors from a wide range of educational settings, Bringing Insider Perspectives into Inclusive Teacher Learning includes case studies and research projects on how teacher educators gather, interpret and integrate insider perspectives into teacher education programs, along with practical strategies as to how educators can develop programs more sensitive to the experiences of ‘insiders’. Questions addressed include: How do teacher educator researchers gather insider perspectives? What are some of the barriers and challenges involved? What critical experiences and lessons can be learned from teacher educators who have integrated insider perspectives? How can insider perspectives bring about a more meaningful inclusion of students with disabilities? Offering a range of different methodologies to engage students, parents, teachers, school leaders and teacher educators, this thought-provoking book provides practical ideas about how insider perspectives can enhance teacher learning and support greater inclusive practices in schools. This text will be useful to university lecturers, teachers and education specialists, as well as students of educational studies and ITE courses from foundation degree level through to undergraduate and postgraduate study.
Download or read book Foundations of Inclusive Education Research written by and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-25 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume focuses on inquiry into inclusive education from the perspective of scholarly influences in the field of practice and research.
Download or read book Early Childhood Education in Thailand written by Kesinee Vatanasombut and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Preparedness of Thai Schools to Implement Inclusive Education written by Apinwong Kutalad and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Guide for ensuring inclusion and equity in education written by UNESCO and published by UNESCO Publishing. This book was released on 2017-06-05 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Early Childhood Care and Education in South East Asia written by Feny de Los Angeles- Bantista and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Digital Transformation and Innovation in Chinese Education written by Spires, Hiller A. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2017-08-11 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technology use has become increasingly popular in education. Due to cultural influences and access issues, advances in digital teaching and learning in Chinese education have been slow; however, certain regions have been able to successfully integrate technology into their curriculum and instruction techniques. Digital Transformation and Innovation in Chinese Education is an essential reference source featuring the latest scholarly research on utilizing technology in Chinese learning and instruction, and it provides insights to classroom transformations within the context of Chinese culture. Including coverage on a broad range of topics and perspectives such as MOOCs, blended learning, and e-learning, this publication is ideally designed for academicians, researchers, and students seeking current research on technological innovation in Chinese education.
Download or read book Measuring Inclusive Education written by Chris Forlin and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-29 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume 3 of International Perspectives on Inclusive Education focuses on measuring inclusive education from a range of perspectives. It is grounded upon a review of international conceptualizations of inclusive education and ways in which different systems are measuring its impact and effectiveness.
Download or read book Early Childhood Care and Education in South Asia written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Education in Thailand written by Gerald W. Fry and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This interdisciplinary book offers a critical analysis of Thai education and its evolution, providing diverse perspectives and theoretical frameworks. In the past five decades Thailand has seen impressive economic success and it is now a middle-income country that provides development assistance to poorer countries. However, educational and social development have lagged considerably behind itsglobally recognized economic success. This comprehensive book covers each level of education, such as higher and vocational/technical education, and such topics as internationalization, inequalities and disparities, alternative education, non-formal and informal education, multilingual education, educational policy and planning, and educational assessment. The 25 Thai and 8 international contributors to the volume include well-known academics and practitioners. Thai education involves numerous paradoxes, which are identified and explained. While Thailand has impressively expanded its educational system quantitatively with much massification, quality problems persist at all levels. As such, the final policy-oriented summary chapter suggests strategies to enable Thailand to escape “the middle income trap” and enhance the quality of its education to ensure its long-term developmental success.
Download or read book Inclusive Education in Schools and Early Childhood Settings written by Ilektra Spandagou and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-05-28 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a highly informative yet concise overview of special education and inclusive education that serves as a valuable introduction to the field. Using a framework and relevant scenarios in inclusive educational settings to help readers develop a basic understanding of key concepts, it shares effective practices and engages readers in discussions on current research. Further, it highlights the commonalities between different levels of education and explores transitions across them. The book addresses theory, policy, practice and research issues in special education and inclusive education from an Australian perspective, focusing on current developments in Australian educational settings and classrooms. It also examines international issues and developments while highlighting the unique characteristics of the Australian educational context. As such, it appeals to post-graduate students, pre-service teachers, teachers and other professionals in the area.
Download or read book Inclusive Pedagogy Across the Curriculum written by and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2015-12-02 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume focuses on an inclusive pedagogical approach for enhancing teaching and learning in key areas of curriculum including: literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts.
Download or read book Starting Strong Engaging Young Children Lessons from Research about Quality in Early Childhood Education and Care written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2018-03-27 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first years of life lay the foundations for a child’s future development and learning. Reflecting on the important role of early childhood education and care (ECEC) services in providing all children with the skills they need to be successful in school, many countries have increased their ...
Download or read book Implementing Inclusive Education written by Richard Rieser and published by Commonwealth Secretariat. This book was released on 2012 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and expanded second edition of Implementing Inclusive Education shows how Commonwealth countries are attempting to undertake inclusion in education, and will encourage all those charged with ensuring education for all to make certain that disabled children are fully included in all aspects of the education system.
Download or read book Inclusive Education for Children with Special Needs written by Neena Dash and published by Atlantic Publishers & Dist. This book was released on 2006 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inclusive Education Is A Worldwide Movement Aiming To Create One Education System That Values All Children To Devise A Classroom That Welcomes All Children Irrespective Of Disability, Community Background, Sexuality, Ethnic Background Etc. The Current Conceptualization Of Children With Special Needs Has Replaced The Negative Labels Of The Past Which Called Disabled Children As Lame, Crippled, Less Fortunate Or Mentally Retarded. The Modern Concept Consider Such Children As Unique Whose Uniqueness May Be Noticed In One Or The Other Dimensions Vision, Hearing, Communication, Adaptive Behaviour, Etc. Researches Are Being Conducted Across The World So That Inclusive Education Can Be Made More Adequate And Thereby Prove More Useful.The Present Book Is A Complete Treatise On Inclusive Education With Particular Emphasis On Children With Special Needs. It Seeks To Find Out How Information/Findings From Researches On Inclusion Can Be Employed To Influence Inclusive Practices In Classrooms In A Positive Way. It Provides Useful Tips And Strategies To Those Who Need To Know As To Why, Whom And How To Include Children With Special Needs In Regular Classroom Activities. The Facts And Findings Stated In This Book In The Form Of Tables, Pictures, Boxes And Small But Separate Sections Will Prove Comprehensible Inputs For School Reforms And Reorganizations To Achieve Full Inclusion. A Detailed Bibliography Has Been Included In The Book To Enable The Inquisitive Readers To Pursue The Subject Further. The Students And Research Scholars Of Education Will Find This Book Highly Useful. In Addition, The Planners, Administrators, Functionaries Of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan And Social Workers Will Consider It Extremely Informative.
Download or read book Regional Workshop on Inclusive Education written by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Bangkok (Thailand). and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inclusive education addresses the learning needs of all children with a specific focus on those who are vulnerable to marginalization and exclusion. It calls for all children to participate in schooling and be treated equally. The workshop explores the fundamental elements for inclusive education within the framework of Education for All (EFA) such as legislation and policies, teacher training, curriculum development, capacity building, and community empowerment. Speakers on special education shared a case study of a Child Friendly School and tools for diversity at school and gender parity. The workshop also examines the linkage between EFA and inclusive education by referring to a study in Asia and Pacific countries on EFA, and the approach for such evolution to take place. The workshop summarizes strategies used to promote inclusive education as: (l) analysis of the whole education system; (ll) changing teaching practices through curriculum differentiation; and (lll) promoting gender equality. Participants of the workshop also contributed through group discussion a list of recommendations for country action plans in inclusive education. [This document was published by UNESCO Asia and Pacific Regional Bureau for Education.].
