Challenges faced by physically handicapped learners in inclusive settings in griftu division, Wajir west district, Kenya.
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2009-12
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Kampala international international: College of Education, open and distance learning
Abstract
This study was intended to examine the challenges of inclusion of children of children with physical Disabilities (handicapped in regular primary schools in Griftu division, Wajir West district, Kenya. The study adopted a Quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a better understanding of the problems and impact of free primary education on the quality of special education for the physically disabled learners in Griftu division, Wajir West District Kenya. The method chosen allowed a collection of comprehensive and intensive data and provided an in-depth understanding of the topic under study. Information collected was analyzed and edited to create consistency and completeness. After collecting the questionnaires they were edited for completeness and consistency across the respondents and to locate omissions. Information obtained from the research study was presented and analyzed using narratives, and statistical figures. This report provides suggestions for more effective approach to physically disabled education in the country. It is designed for policy makers, planners and practitioners who have responsibilities in the area of physically disabled education in Kenya.
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A research report submitted to the institute of open and distance learning in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the a ward of a degree of education in special needs education of Kampala international university
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Special needs, Physically handicapped, Learners, Inclusive settings, Wajir west district