Model of Collaboration for Philippine Inclusive Education

Abstract

Different strategies for expanding access to education of children with special needs (CSNs) are being implemented in the Philippines. With the existing definitions, policies, and programs for the country's inclusive education, collaboration between stakeholders will serve as a vital component in achieving a more inclusive environment. Specifically, the journey of CSNs toward full inclusion will depend on the available professional services, easy access to these services, and the mechanisms to address conflicts that may arise in accessing these services. This chapter provides a critical reflection on the impact of existing policies, culture, and practices on the collaborations of professionals and other stakeholders of inclusive education. Additionally, a model of collaboration is proposed in this chapter based on the stakeholders' experiences, accomplishments, issues, and challenges in providing inclusive education to CSNs including the future perspectives on ensuring a more inclusive environment.

Citation

Basister, M.P. and Valenzuela, M.L.S. (2021), "Model of Collaboration for Philippine Inclusive Education", Semon, S.R., Lane, D. and Jones, P. (Ed.) Instructional Collaboration in International Inclusive Education Contexts (International Perspectives on Inclusive Education, Vol. 17), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 201-216. https://doi.org/10.1108/S1479-363620210000017018