In our efforts to build education systems that are inclusive and equitable, it is crucial to take into account the experiences and perspectives of teachers with disabilities.
This report focuses on addressing the following questions:
- What policies and guidelines exist in the selected five countries to support teachers with disabilities in their work?
- What are the key challenges and gaps in policy related to supporting teachers with disabilities?
- What are the experiences of teachers with disabilities in mainstream schools and how are these shaped by different contextual variables (e.g. subjects, gender, types of disability)?
- What strategies do teachers with disabilities implement to function effectively in classrooms?
- What are the experiences of teachers with disabilities in relation to teacher preparation and professional progression?
- What recommendations can be made to better support teachers with disabilities and promote greater inclusion and accessibility in their teaching contexts?
