Am I Included? Parents' perception on the inclusion of their chid's schools

Muhayani, Ulfah (2024) Am I Included? Parents' perception on the inclusion of their chid's schools. Research Report. Universitas Negeri Malang. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This study focuses onto the perspectives of parents on inclusion. According to Bronfenbrenner, parents form part of the immediate system surrounding the child, directly influencing their experiences. They play a crucial role in the successful implementation of inclusive practices. This study presents an analyses data gathered from parents of both minority and non-minority children, elucidating their perceptions of various aspects regarding inclusivity within the school environment.
The data was collected through an online survey called “My Child’s School” administered from July to August 2024. The survey received responses from 228 eligible parents, including 153 parents of non-minority children. Of those with children from a minority (75), there were 34 parents of children with religious minority background, 8 parents of children with ethnic minority background and 33 parents of children with disabilities. This survey provided insights and perspectives on how inclusive practices are being implemented in primary schools across Indonesia. The research question answered by this survey was how parents from minority groups and non-minorities perceived how inclusive their child’s school was.
Drawing upon parental perspectives, it is evident that children’ experiences of inclusivity within school are significantly influenced by their minority or non-minority background. For instance, when compared to the other parental groups of parents (ethnic minority, religious minority and non-minority groups), a notable proportion of parents of children with disabilities expressed concerns about their children’s academic engagement. Interestingly, the Kruskal-Wallis tests revealed that while parents of children with disabilities perceived teachers as inclusive, they did not share the same perception when it come to their children’s academic engagement. This particular finding underscores the question of whether children with disabilities are receiving equitable learning opportunities compared to their peers. Does the school adequately cater to their diverse needs? Are the unique challenges and strengths recognised and addressed? Several pertinent arguments can be raised in this context.

Item Type:	Research (Research Report)
Keywords:	Survey, research, inclusive education, Indonesian school, parents
Subjects:	13 EDUCATION > 1399 Other Education > 139999 Education not elsewhere classified 13 EDUCATION > 1399 Other Education
Divisions:	Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Training > Department of Islamic Education Management
Depositing User:	Ulfah Muhayani
Date Deposited:	31 Dec 2024 22:17

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