Learning to See Invisible Children
Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Central Asia
- 204 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
Learning to See Invisible Children
Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Central Asia
About this book
The path to inclusion for children with disabilities and other special education needs is long and complex. It has been claimed that inclusion is not a destination, but a process of increasing participation and reducing exclusion from the culture, curriculum and community of mainstream schools. This volume chronicles the journey toward greater inclusion of children with disabilities in Central Asia. Setting out upon this journey is an acknowledged policy goal in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan so that all children are to participate in education, but it raises many questions and quandaries. It stirs the ghosts of social norms and traditions from the past that differ from place to place, even within the former Soviet Union. Central Asia presents particular challenges because of the economic, social, political and educational upheaval and disruption that has affected the region in the past two decades. These six case studies document the progress and challenges along the way through the stories of specific children, families, schools, and organizations across the region with the goal of keeping inclusion on policy agendas and in public discourses. It is a resource for scholars of the region, education researchers, and practitioners alike.
Frequently asked questions
- Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
- Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.4M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Information
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title page
- Copyright page
- Table of Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction
- Tradition, Stigma, and Inclusion: Overcoming Obstacles to Educational Access in Tajikistan
- Out of the Shadows: The Work of Parents in Inclusive Education in Tajikistan
- Parent Activism in Kazakhstan: The Promotion of the Right to Education of Children with Autism by the Ashyk Alem Foundation
- Fools Rush In: A Path to Inclusive Education in Petropavlovsk, Kazakhstan
- “Raising Children without Complexes”: Successes and Shortcomings in Implementing Inclusive Education in Northern Kyrgyzstan
- Community-based Services in Kyrgyzstan: Umut Nadezhda Rehabilitation Cente
- Conclusion: The Road Ahead
- List of Contributors
- Index
- Back cover