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A Mexican perspective on learning disabilities
T V Fletcher1, C K Kaufman de Lopez
1Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation, University of Arizona 85721, USA.
Journal of Learning Disabilities
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Mexico is piloting a new inclusive education model for children with special needs, integrating them into general classrooms. This approach, focusing on site-based learning, aims to improve educational services for students with learning disabilities.
Area of Science:
- Education Policy
- Special Education
- Inclusive Education
Background:
- Global trend towards integrating children with special needs into general education.
- Mexico's Program for Educational Modernization (1989-1994) prompted a reassessment of special education policies.
- Existing 'Integrated Groups' model (since 1970s) for learning/language disabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the 'Integrated Groups' model of special education service delivery in Mexico.
- To introduce a new pilot model for integrating children with special needs into general classrooms.
- To highlight legislative changes encouraging collaboration between general and special education.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive analysis of the 'Integrated Groups' model.
- Overview of new legislation promoting inclusive practices.
- Description of a pilot program for general classroom integration in Mexico City (1994-1995).
Main Results:
- The pilot program focuses on site-based approaches for educating students with learning disabilities.
- New legislation supports collaborative efforts between general and special education.
- The 'Integrated Groups' model has been in place since the 1970s.
Conclusions:
- Mexico is actively exploring and piloting new models for inclusive education.
- Legislative changes are fostering a more collaborative educational environment.
- The pilot aims to enhance educational services for individuals with learning disabilities through integration.