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Inclusive Higher Education for Deaf People Around the World
What is 'Inclusive Education'?
There are a number of views about what Inclusive Education is. According to the United Nations Children's Emergency Fund, inclusive education means every child has the right to quality education and learning (UNICEF 2021). It is when all students, regardless of any challenges including people with disabilities are placed in the appropriate general education in their own schools to receive the resources and/or support services they need in order to meet success in education (McManis 2020).
The goal is to ensure that ALL students the right to have access to quality education, to be a part of the school community, and most importantly, be a part of the classroom, and the opportunity to continue to higher education and beyond.
'The power and the promise of inclusion: making sure everyone is supported, everyone is challenged, and everyone benefits from this.'
Higher Education
A type of learning that occurs at a university, college, or institute beyond the high school level (IGI Global 2021). Students will receive a diploma, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, master's degree, and beyond as a result of their higher education in order to obtain work opportunities after graduation.
The connection between Inclusive Higher Education and the Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, SDGs are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all (United Nations 2021).
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education & promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
#4 - Quality Education
The goal is to ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university. Eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous people, and children in vulnerable situations by 2030 (United Nations 2021).
#10 - Reduced Inequalities
Empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or another status. To confirm equal opportunities and reduce inequalities of outcome, including eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices (United Nations 2021).
Reduce inequality within and among countries
ASL Translation
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