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Developmental disabilities related education, technical assistance, and research activities in developing nations
P W Davidson1, D A Goode, J W Kendig
1Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities, Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, NY 14642.
Mental Retardation
|October 1, 1992
Summary
International exchanges for developmental disabilities professionals offer valuable benefits but require careful planning. This study outlines successful program principles and illustrates them through a case study of technical assistance in a developing nation.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Disabilities
- International Health
- Professional Exchange Programs
Background:
- Limited resources exist for understanding international collaboration in developmental disabilities.
- Existing models for international activities in mental retardation and developmental disabilities are not widely documented.
- Professional development in developmental disabilities can be enhanced through global partnerships.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key principles, benefits, and challenges of international professional exchanges in developmental disabilities.
- To describe various models of international collaboration within the field.
- To provide a practical example of a successful international exchange project.
Main Methods:
- Literature review to identify existing models and principles.
- Descriptive case study of a specific international exchange and technical assistance project.
- Analysis of principles characterizing successful international programs.
Main Results:
- Successful international programs are characterized by specific, articulated principles.
- International exchanges can facilitate technical assistance and professional development.
- A case study demonstrated the application of these principles in a real-world project.
Conclusions:
- Clear principles guide effective international collaborations in developmental disabilities.
- International exchanges are beneficial for knowledge transfer and capacity building.
- The described model offers a framework for future international partnerships.