Introduction to disabilities (दिव्यांगता का परिचय)

ABOUT THE COURSE:This course offers a brief overview of key concepts related to disability. It covers the basics of disability,important provisions of the RPWD Act, 2016, for the empowerment of learners with disabilities. In addition,the course examines the characteristics, types, and needs of different disabilities, enabling learners torecognize diversity within disability and the importance of individualized support. Finally, it underscores theneed for sensitivity while working with persons with disabilities, fostering empathy, respect, and inclusivepractices essential for educators and professionals. Overall, the course aims to build awareness, legalunderstanding, and humane attitudes necessary for creating inclusive learning environments. It alsoemphasizes sensitivity and inclusive attitudes while working with persons with disabilities, aiming topromote awareness, empathy, and inclusive educational practices.
INTENDED AUDIENCE:Students of B.Ed. Special Education HI, VI & ID, D.Ed. Special Education, 4 Year ISITEP Courses, Integrated B.Ed. M.Ed. Integrated course, Research Scholars interested in considering the emerging fields as their area of expertise, and Lecturers who are required to teach this paper in the prescribed syllabus of their respective institutions, and also the students who are preparing for different competitive exams like DSSSB, KVS etc.
PREREQUISITES:Any graduate

INDUSTRY SUPPORT:No