International Journal of Academic Research in Education and Review

Vol. 9(8), pp. 341-361, November 2021

ISSN: 2360-7866

https://doi.org/10.14662/ijarer2021.500

 

Full Length Research

 

 

Promoting Special Needs Education in Nigeria: Implications for Effective Service Provision

 

1Amwe, Racheal Asibi and 2Amwe, Grace Dansti

 

1&2Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Education, University of Jos. Plateau State

 

Accepted 5 August 2021

Abstract

Abstract: Special Needs Education (SNE) in Nigeria has in recent times drawn global attention with the implementation of inclusive education. It is in line with this that this paper discussed the promotion of special needs education in the 21st century and the need for inclusive education. This paper presented the concept of Special Needs Education (SNE). Educational programmes and resources in Special Needs Education was also discussed. The trends in special needs education discusses the eras and issues in the current state of special education in Nigeria. The paper further highlights the concept of inclusive education. Furthermore, the need for inclusive education will be presented in order to highlight some issues that need to be addressed for a successful and fruitful implementation of inclusive education in Nigeria. The justification for inclusive education as a tool for promoting special needs education in Nigeria was presented. In conclusion, the paper outlined some recommendations in terms of extensive networking, cooperation and consultation among all stakeholders and alsothe formulation of an Inclusive Education policy designed to ginger the implementation process. This policy should provide clear and detailed statements that would go a long way in promoting the implementation of inclusive education in Nigeria.

 

Keywords: Special Needs Education, Nigeria, inclusive education

Paper type: research