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Introducing the Including Disability in Education in Africa Research Unit at the University of Cape Town

This article introduces the Including Disability in Education in Africa (IDEA) Research Unit at the University of Cape Town. It outlines the unit's mission to address educational exclusion and improve teacher training and inclusive practices for children with disabilities across South Africa and the continent.

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PDF 2022
Guidelines for Implementing Social and Emotional Learning in Schools

Published by UNESCO MGIEP, this document provides a comprehensive framework and practical steps for policymakers, school leaders, and teachers to integrate social and emotional learning (SEL) into school practices to support student well-being and academic success.

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A Guide for Building Safe & Supportive Learning Environments

This practical guide offers educators and families weekly themes, activities, and resources focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to foster safe and supportive learning environments for children.

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PDF 2021
Strengthening Educational Systems for Agency for Sustainable, Inclusive Development

This learning brief examines how education systems in the SADC region can be strengthened to foster child and youth agency, inclusion, and sustainable development. It highlights the Care and Support for Teaching and Learning (CSTL) framework and the Child and Youth Agency Framework as tools to address post-COVID recovery and vulnerable children's needs.

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PDF 2021
Special and Inclusive Education in Southern Africa

This study reviews special education policy, teacher professional development, and practice challenges across five Southern African countries. It highlights the educational needs of children with disabilities and examines inclusive education frameworks in the region.

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PDF 2020
Exploring the Experiences in Mainstream Schools with the Implementation of the Policy on Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS)

This master's dissertation investigates the implementation of South Africa's SIAS inclusive education policy in primary schools. It highlights challenges such as resource constraints and teacher readiness, offering recommendations to improve support for learners experiencing barriers to learning.

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PDF 2020
The development of education for learners with diverse learning needs in the South African context: A bio-ecological systems analysis

This article examines the historical development and current challenges of inclusive education and special needs education in South Africa using a bio-ecological systems approach. It highlights systemic barriers and ongoing gaps in providing quality education for learners with diverse developmental and educational needs.

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PDF 2020
Teacher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa (TESSA): Case Studies on African OER Initiatives in Higher Education

This document examines the Teacher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa (TESSA) initiative, a collaborative network providing open educational resources (OER) and professional development to improve teaching practices, including foundational literacy and numeracy, across the region.

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PDF 2019
Positive Behaviour Support in South African Foundation Phase Classrooms: Teacher Reflections

This study evaluates the implementation of a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model within an inclusive education teacher training module for South African Foundation Phase teachers. Findings indicate that teachers developed critical insights into ecosystemic challenges and valued PBS strategies for promoting positive, non-punitive classroom behaviour.

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PDF 2018
International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education: An Evidence-Informed Approach

This UNESCO guidance document provides evidence-informed recommendations for designing and implementing comprehensive sexuality education curricula in formal and non-formal educational settings. It supports the physical, social, and emotional development of children and youth within a framework of human rights and gender equality.

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PDF 2018
The Challenge of Inclusion for Children with Disabilities: Experiences of Implementation in Eastern and Southern Africa

This UNICEF think piece examines the implementation challenges of disability-inclusive education in Eastern and Southern Africa. It addresses gaps in school enrolment for children with disabilities and proposes practical, pragmatic approaches to improving classroom inclusion.

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PDF 2014
Child Rights Education Toolkit: Rooting Child Rights in Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary Schools

This UNICEF toolkit provides practical guidance and resources for integrating child rights education into early childhood education, primary, and secondary schools. It emphasizes whole-school approaches, learning through rights, and empowering children and educators.

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