In Zambia, 11 modules were originally developed for the Inclusive Learning Approach (inclusive teaching component). They can be downloaded here.
Overview of the modules
The overall approach of the modules is to promote active learning, critical thinking and encourage a culture of action research.
Introductory booklet
Introduces the training package and explains the overall training approach used.
Module 1: Introduction to inclusive education
This module provides an overview of inclusive education concepts.
Module 2: School inclusion teams
This module helps teachers to develop a multi-stakeholder inclusion team for their school.
Module 3: Identifying out-of-school children
This module explores reasons why children are out of school and how to identify them in the community.
Module 4: Screening and identification of learning needs
This module focuses on helping teachers identify individual learners’ needs.
Module 6: Exploring the role of a school inclusive education co-ordinator
This module looks at the ways in which a school-based IECo can support individual learners’ needs and whole-school improvments.
Module 7: Promoting active learning in the classroom
This module provides ideas for inclusive, learner-centred teaching and learning.
Module 8: Developing learner participation
This module introduces methods for further developing learner participation, including through developing peer support and involving learners making decisions that affect them.
Module 9: Including learners in transition
This module looks at how to promote the achievement of learners who are in transition.
Module 10: Including learners who have intellectual and/or development impairments
This modules introduces and explores practical ideas for meeting learners’ needs in the classroom.
Module 11: Making teaching and learning aids from locally available resources
This module encourages innovation and creativity with finding, making and using materials.
Supplementary Module: Including learners with additional needs
This document provides additional advice to be used throughout the training programme.