The Expert Assessing of Inclusive Process Parameters in Education

Abstract

The article presents the data of expert assessment of the parameters of the inclusive process in an educational organization. The set of parameters was based on the activity model for the development of an inclusive process. The indicators included in this model were selected based on the content analysis of the previously published pilot study. The method of expert evaluation of compliance with basic principles of inclusive education of various parameters which characterize the educational process in the school used. 44 experts with practical and research experience in inclusive education participated in the survey. The analysis of the results showed that experts selected parameters which generally correspond to the activity approach in the development of inclusive education, focused on supporting the engaged participation and active position of participants in the inclusive educational process. Indicators that reflect formalized approaches to evaluating educational outcomes did not receive expert consensus, but parameters which focus on individualization of education (such as evaluating the dynamics of individual progress of students) were supported. System-forming parameters for assessing the inclusive process can be called those that allow achieving greater individualization of education, more comprehensive support for all students, and well-coordinated professional work of the school teaching team.

Keywords

• inclusive education
• assessment of the inclusion
• educational organization
• inclusive process
• parameters of the inclusive process
• activity approach
• individualization of education
• engaged participation