Abstract
M.Ed.
The problem in this research lied in the lack of clear guidelines, training and
resources in the management of the implementation of inclusion in schools. The
research’s aim was to provide guidelines for the School Management Teams in
managing the implementation of inclusion in schools. This will be achieved
through a qualitative research method.
The qualitative research included descriptive and exploratory research methods.
The researcher collected data using multiple means of data collection, namely,
interviews, survey and observations. The selection comprised of the members of
the School Management Teams – the school principal, deputy principal, two
Heads of Department and three teachers from each of the five selected schools.
The interpretations of data led to the research findings, recommendations and
the conclusion.
The findings of the study described the participants’ perceptions and experiences
of the management of the implementation of inclusion as a process for school
improvement. The perceptions and the experiences of the teachers and the
principals suggested that the participants had limited understanding, knowledge
and skills in managing and implementing inclusion in schools. Thus guidelines for
managing the implementation of inclusion were provided. In addition, guidelines
for the educational psychologists that could facilitate the successful management
of the implementation of inclusion were developed.
Dr. B.V. Nduna