Exploring context for implementation of inclusive education for children with developmental disabilities in mainstream primary schools in Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT: A large gap in provision of services for children with developmental disabilities (DD) has been identified in Ethiopia, especially in the education system. Including children with disabilities in mainstream schools is encouraged by policies, but progress in this direction has been limited. This study aimed to explore stakeholders' perspectives on contextual factors relevant for inclusive education for children with DD in mainstream schools in Ethiopia, with a focus on Adis Ababa. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 39 local stakeholders, comprising caregivers of children with DD, school teachers and principals/managers, non-governmental organisation representatives, government officials, clinicians and academics/consultants. We used template analysis to code the dat

SUBMITTER: Genovesi E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11315310 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature