Special Education in Zimbabwe: Issues and Trends
Overview & Synopsis
Following a massive educational expansion initiative by the government of Zimbabwe since 1980, the country has achieved one of the highest literacy rates in Africa. There is legislation in Zimbabwe which makes education a right for every child. In spite of this legislation, special education in Zimbabwe still lags behind the entire educational system. This paper identifies some factors that could be hindering the progress of special education in this southern African country. The paper also examines the implications of these factors on the future of special education in the country.
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Document Information
| Document Title | Special Education in Zimbabwe: Issues and Trends |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Chitiyo, Morgan |
| Subject & Discipline | Educational Trends, Foreign Countries, Special Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2006 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-115883 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |