Question 1
Discuss how the following legislations and policies effectively accommodate the diverse needs
of learners who experience barriers to learning in the school enviro
Legislations and policies play a crucial role in ensuring that learners who experience barriers to
learning in the s...
Assignment 05 Year module Department of Inclusive Education
DUE DATE : 06 OCTOBER 2023 11:00 PM
, Question 1
Discuss how the following legislations and policies effectively accommodate the diverse needs
of learners who experience barriers to learning in the school enviro
Legislations and policies play a crucial role in ensuring that learners who experience barriers to
learning in the school environment are adequately supported and accommodated. This essay
will discuss how four key legislations and policies in South Africa effectively meet the diverse
needs of these learners.
1.1 The Constitution of South Africa (Act 108 of 1996) [5]
The Constitution of South Africa, enacted in 1996, is the supreme law of the country and lays
the foundation for a just and inclusive society. Section 29(1)(a) explicitly states that everyone
has the right to a basic education, including learners with disabilities or special needs. This
provision ensures that schools are required to provide reasonable accommodations and support
systems for learners who face barriers to learning. It emphasizes the importance of inclusive
education and sets the tone for other policies and legislations.
1.2. The Convention on the rights of the child [5]
The Convention on the Rights of the Child, a human rights treaty ratified by South Africa in 1995,
upholds the rights of children, including those with disabilities. It emphasizes the right to
education without discrimination and the importance of ensuring access to education for all
children. With regards to learners who experience barriers to learning, this convention acts as a
guiding principle for the development of inclusive education policies. It promotes the inclusive
education model, which focuses on creating environments that accommodate the diverse needs
of learners and provide them with equal opportunities.
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