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The relevance of parental involvement programmes in developing countries.

B O'Toole1

  • 1Faculty of Education, University of Guyana, Georgetown, South America.

Child: Care, Health and Development
|September 1, 1989
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Parental involvement programs for children with disabilities are relevant in developing nations. However, practical challenges and mothers

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Special Education
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Parent involvement programs are crucial for children with disabilities.
  • Analysis from a third-world perspective highlights unique challenges and benefits.
  • Understanding mothers' reactions is key to program success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the rationale for parent involvement programs for handicapped children in a third-world context.
  • To discuss mothers' reactions to their role in such programs.
  • To consider potential negative consequences of mothers adopting a teaching role.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to 137 mothers of handicapped children in Guyana.
  • The study assessed mothers' understanding of child development.

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  • Mothers' beliefs in their ability to foster development and their teaching opportunities were analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • The underlying philosophy of parental involvement is applicable in the Guyanese context.
    • Mothers demonstrated understanding of child development concepts.
    • Mothers expressed belief in their capacity to aid child development.

    Conclusions:

    • Parental involvement programs are relevant for children with disabilities in Guyana.
    • Practical constraints within the Guyanese context must be acknowledged and addressed.
    • Further research should explore culturally sensitive implementation strategies.