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Children with disabilities in private inclusive schools in Mumbai: experiences and challenges

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  • Das, Ashima
  • Kattumuri, Ruth

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'Inclusive education’ policy has been introduced in India, however the concept is in its infancy This qualitative study analyses the case of children with disabilities studying in private inclusive schools of Mumbai. It discusses the development of self concept, elucidates the benefits and challenges of children with disabilities in inclusive education. We then suggest recommendations for improvements in implementing inclusive education in India.

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  • Das, Ashima & Kattumuri, Ruth, 2010. "Children with disabilities in private inclusive schools in Mumbai: experiences and challenges," LSE Research Online Documents on Economics 38362, London School of Economics and Political Science, LSE Library.
    • Handle: RePEc:ehl:lserod:38362
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    1. Michael A. Gottfried & Aletha Harven, 2015. "The Effect of Having Classmates with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders and the Protective Nature of Peer Gender," The Journal of Educational Research, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 108(1), pages 45-61, January.

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    Keywords

    children with disabilities; inclusive education; self concept; developing countries; Mumbai;
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    JEL classification:

    • H20 - Public Economics - - Taxation, Subsidies, and Revenue - - - General

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