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Teaching Deaf learners in multi-grade classes: Perceptions from a rural Mpumalanga special school

African Journal of Disability
Background: Teaching Deaf learners in multigrade classes contributes to learning challenges and requires implementation of curriculum differentiation. However, limited South African Sign Language (SASL) proficiency and learning resources hinder inclusive
Margaret Chauke, Raesetja G. Ledwaba, Jacomina M. Motitswe   +2 more
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Early Body Mass Index z‐Score Change and Resolution of Severe Malnutrition in Children With Sickle Cell Anemia in a Low‐Income Setting: A Prospective Single‐Arm Extension Study

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) in low‐income settings are at risk of severe malnutrition, but optimal nutritional management has not been established. We evaluated an intensified ready‐to‐use therapeutic food (RUTF) regimen in children with persistent severe malnutrition after initial treatment and assessed whether early ...
Safiya Gambo, Shehu Umar Abdullahi, Hassan Adam Murtala, Halima Kabir, Khadija A. Shamsu, Sari A. Acra, Virginia A. Stallings, Mark Rodeghier, Michael R. DeBaun, Lauren J. Klein   +9 more
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Inclusive Vision Versus Special Education Reality [PDF]

, 2020
The reasons are examined for the disparity between the inclusive vision espoused by Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the reality of the limited extent of inclusion in education systems worldwide ...
James M. Kauffman, Garry Hornby, Hornby, Garry, Kauffman, James M.   +3 more
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Progress or prejudice? Medical school admissions committee members exhibit nuanced responses to applicants revealing bipolar disorder on applications

Advances in Physiology Education
Mental health conditions can be highly relevant to a student’s academic journey, given the challenges, and sometimes strengths, they can provide. However, medical school applicants may be unsure about whether to reveal mental health conditions in their ...
Baylee A. Edwards, Corinne Mitra, Hailey Bunch, Anna E. Abraham, Katelyn M. Cooper, Sara E. Brownell   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Development and process evaluation of a motor activity program for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities

BMC Health Services Research, 2021
Background The support of people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD) rarely focused on motor activity, which might have negative consequences for the quality of life of these people.
Helena J. M. van Alphen, Aly Waninge, Alexander E. M. G. Minnaert, Annette A. J. van der Putten   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Instructor Perceptions of Student Incivility in the Online Undergraduate Science Classroom

Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education, 2022
Student incivility, defined as a student behavior perceived to be disrespectful or disruptive to the overall learning environment in a course, can negatively affect the science learning environment and instructors.
Anna E. Abraham, Carly A. Busch, Sara E. Brownell, Katelyn M. Cooper   +3 more
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Impact of Radiation Therapy on Physical and Psychosocial Health of Adolescents and Young Adults: A Joint Report From the Children's Oncology Group AYA and Radiation Oncology Committees

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Rates of cancer among adolescents and young adults (AYA), age 15–39 years, are increasing. Consequently, radiation oncologists are treating more AYAs who have diagnoses spanning both pediatric and adult practices. Compared to pediatric and older adult patients, AYAs face a unique set of challenges.
Hesham Elhalawani, Rachel K. Peterson, Avani D. Rao, Laurie J. McKenzie, Ahmed Magdy Elmotayam, Leslie Chang, Michael Roth, Susan L. McGovern   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Social inclusion and inclusive education [PDF]

Academicus International Scientific Journal, 2014
The key question addressed in this article is social inclusion, as an opposite concept of social exclusion. The author provides a historical of social inclusion/exclusion terminology. Further, some of the principles of social inclusion are presented. A brief review of the literature provides key views and theories of social inclusion.
openaire   +2 more sources

Addressing the need to facilitate undergraduate research experiences for community college transfer students in science

Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education
Community college transfer students face numerous challenges, including gaining access to undergraduate research experiences. In this Perspectives piece, we articulate the benefits of undergraduate research experiences for community college transfer ...
Emma C. Goodwin, Katelyn M. Cooper, Logan E. Gin, Sara E. Brownell   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Social Functioning Within the First Years After Pediatric Brain Tumor Diagnosis and the Relationship With Family Psychosocial Risk

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Survivors of pediatric brain tumors (PBTs) can experience long‐term social difficulties, impacting quality of life. Beyond medical and environmental factors, family psychosocial risk may play a role in social outcomes by shaping the caregiving environment and may provide intervention options.
Renske H. Houben, Marisa H. Huisman, Martha A. Grootenhuis, Femke K. Aarsen, Marita Partanen   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source