Attitudes towards people with disabilities in Botswana appear to be changing for the better, with the promotion of greater inclusivity; however, there are still parts of the population that hold negative associations with these individuals. Policies have been put into place to improve general education, though it is clear that more needs to be done to further promote and provide for the practice of the inclusive model of education.

Inclusive Education in Botswana

This section focuses on accommodations for people with disabilities and inclusive education in African countries.

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Adopting a socio-cultural view of disabilities through a cross-cultural lens involves analyzing different cultures' treatments and attitudes of people with disabilities and how these connect to inclusive education and available educational opportunities. A cross-cultural analysis expands what people know about cultures and societies outside their own. This allows people to compare and find similarities in different policies and treatments, which can have implications towards international understanding of and action addressing disabilities and inclusive education.

Socio-cultural View of Disabilities and Inclusive Education Through a Cross-Cultural Lens

This section focuses on accommodations for people with disabilities and inclusive education in Asian countries.

Inclusive Education in Asia

Developing countries first encountered educational efforts toward people with disabilities with the help of missionaries. Since then, local governments and communities have given more attention to the learning needs of people with disabilities. However, the topic of the acceptable approach to such education has been debated. Two predominating approaches have popped up: the special school approach and integration, with the latter being the most adopted. 

Background of Inclusive Education Across the World

Inclusive Education in Africa

These observations concerning inclusive education in different countries and regions are based on recurring themes found throughout several readings. 

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