ATTITUDES OF TEACHERS TOWARDS LEARNERS WHO ARE MENTALLY CHALLENGED IN NYAMAIYA DIVISION NYAMIRA COUNTY, KENYA; A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51168/s58trm28Keywords:
Attitudes, Teachers, learners who are mentally challenged , Nyamaiya division Nyamira County, KenyaAbstract
Background:
This study aims to find out the attitudes of teachers toward learners who are mentally challenged in Nyamaiya division of Nyamira County, Kenya.
Methodology:
This study adopted a cross-sectional survey research design. The study was conducted in Nyamira Township, Nyamira County Kenya. The target population needed all countries in the continent as they served less than 1% of the population with special needs consisting of head teachers and teachers of public primary schools. The total number of teachers was 260. The study adopted proportionate random sampling to select (30%) of public primary schools from the township. The data was generated using questionnaires and observation schedules.
Results:
The gender distribution of the respondents shows that 48 (61.5%) are males, while 30 (38.5%) are females. data reveals that teachers in Nyamaiya Division generally have mixed attitudes towards learners who are mentally challenged. Only 12.8% strongly agree, 19.2% agree, 2.6% are neutral, 51.3% disagree, and 14.1% strongly disagree. The majority of teachers either have negative attitudes or are unsure about their stance. There was a pessimistic view among teachers regarding the academic potential of mentally challenged learners. Only 7.7% strongly agree, 7.7% agree, while a significant 33.3% strongly disagree.
Conclusion:
The identified gaps in attitudes underscore the urgency of a multifaceted approach involving targeted interventions, resource allocation, and collaborative efforts among stakeholders. The study emphasizes the need for strategic investments in training, infrastructure, and awareness programs to create an inclusive educational environment conducive to the holistic development of all learners.
Recommendation:
Awareness Campaigns: Launch awareness campaigns targeting both teachers and regular students to foster a positive and inclusive mindset, reducing negative attitudes towards mentally challenged learners.
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