Inclusive Education
The main aim of inclusive education is to oppose discrimination in education. It rests on the principles of nondiscrimination, equal treatment and equal opportunity. Schools at every level have a duty to teach every child, regardless of physical or intellectual characteristics, social background, emotions, language or other circumstances. Its fundamental principle is that all children should attend school, including children with disabilities, children from remote nomadic households, children from linguistic, cultural and ethnic minorities, and other groups facing discrimination.
Mongolian laws and regulations relating to inclusive education
Although Mongolia has a substantial legal framework, children with disabilities still lack equal opportunities to learn. Social attitudes, misconceptions among parents, inaccessible education buildings and the attitudes of teachers all directly hinder the implementation of inclusive education. The process therefore needs to develop in ways that:
- Increase access to education
- Improve the quality and benefits of education received by children with disabilities and children from minority groups
- Improve the scope and methods of education services
- Improve learning environments and ensure equality
- Adapt educational approaches, learning environments, teaching methods and relationships to each child's needs.
Introducing the fundamental principles of inclusive education and making them an integral part of the education sector remains one of our objectives.