scholarly journals Through the Walls of Inclusion: The Higher Education Institution Perspective in Philippines

2021 ◽  
pp. 28-34
Author(s):  
Maria Grace I. Mirador ◽  
Lyra Paz P. Lluz
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Learning Needs ◽  
State University ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Students With Special Needs

Every learning institution envisions to uphold the principles of inclusive education. A higher education institution like Eastern Samar State University must accommodate all learners of different backgrounds, with or without special needs. Hence, this phenomenological study was conducted to explore views and experiences of faculty on inclusive education, with particular focus on their encounter with students with special needs (SENs). Data gathered through in-depth interview of five selected faculty members with direct experiences on students with special needs in their classes, were transcribed and coded for themes and patterns. Results revealed that the research participants have the basic understanding of inclusive education. Faculty members consider their inclusive teaching experiences challenging and become more interventionist in providing learning activities to students with and without special needs. Major challenges encountered by the faculty members are on their preparedness to teach students with special needs especially in providing activities to their classes, and how equipped are they with the skills to cater to the learning needs of these students with special needs mainstreamed with the regular classes. With the challenges faced by the faculty members, the university can consider the need to develop and upgrade their knowledge and practical skills on IE practices in formulating policies and professional development activities.

scholarly journals PREPARING THE ACADEMIC STAFF FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AT A HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (3) ◽  
pp. 50-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ольга Харитонова ◽  
Olga Kharitonova ◽  
Анна Звоненко ◽  
Anna Zvonenko ◽  
Ксения Суходоева ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Research University ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Students With Special Needs ◽  
Physically Challenged

The article considers the problem of preparing faculty members for teaching physically challenged students and those with limited health capacities in the context of inclusive education. The current state of inclusive practice in higher education is analyzed, taking into account normative legal documents and the needs of society. The paper describes possible psychological and pedagogical difficulties that may be encountered by university staff while beginning to teach students with special needs. The authors of the article have singled out three components of the pedagogical activity of academic staff - motivational, informational and methodological - which make it possible to approach the process of inclusive education comprehensively. The content of each component is described and supported by the monitoring results of the faculty members of the Saint-Petersburg National Research University of Information Technologies, Mechanics and Optics (ITMO University) participating in the creation of special conditions for students with special needs. The conclusion is made about the need to create a special system for training academic staff, which makes it possible to solve the problems of organizing the education of the increasing amount of students with special needs.

scholarly journals Entrepreneurship Education and Entrepreneurial Intention among Disability Students in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ernita Maulida ◽  
Esty Nurbaity ◽  
Vera Utami G. P
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Entrepreneurship Education ◽  
Entrepreneurial Intention ◽  
State University ◽  
Students With Special Needs ◽  
Tertiary Institutions

Entrepreneurship education helps to form appropriately entrepreneurial mindsets and behaviors in students. This is not only for normal students but also students with special needs in tertiary institutions. This study aims to identify the entrepreneurial intention of students with special needs (disability) at Jakarta State University (UNJ). This research used the case study research method, where the casesare students with disabilities at UNJ who are registered as active students. Data was collected using unstructured interviews. The research revealed three core indicators of student entrepreneurial intention. These are 1) elements of intention (cognition, emotions and conations), 2) characteristics of an entrepreneur and 3) business ethics. The results of this study state that students with disabilities know about entrepreneurship (cognition) and have a desire to become an entrepreneur (emotion) and have experience in trying entrepreneurship (conations). In addition, the students with disabilities also know what needs to be prepared to become an entrepreneur such as the readiness of the risks to be faced and how to run a good business. Keywords: entrepreneurship education, disability student, higher education, entrepreneurial intention

scholarly journals Evaluating the English Proficiency of Faculty Members of a Higher Education Institution: Using Results to Develop Responsive Professional Development Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Joel C. Meniado
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
English Proficiency ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Higher Education Institution

Current literatures reveal that English proficiency of Filipino workforce has declined through the years. The untrained and non-proficient teachers are heavily blamed on this pressing concern. With the aim of addressing the leading cause of the problem, this study investigated the level of English proficiency of faculty members of a higher education institution in the Philippines and proposed a program that could reverse the alarming trend. Utilizing mixed methods research design with 41 full-time faculty members as samples, this study found that majority of the teachers are in B1 and B2 levels (Intermediate and Upper Intermediate). In terms of specific language skill, writing is the lowest with majority of the teachers placed in A1 and A2 levels (Basic Users). Results of the study suggest that faculty members need to undergo several language enhancement courses such as Effective Communication, Academic and Professional Communication, Academic Writing with Research, and Effective Business and Report Writing, while the higher education institution involved in this study needs to support teachers in their formal higher studies, participation in workshops and trainings, publishing in scholarly journals, and serving as speakers or presenters in various academic forums. Discussion points that arise include implications of the findings and required actions from stakeholders. The study concludes with its limitations and important recommendations.

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