Beneficiary Processing and Implementation of Special Education Policy: A Comparative Study of Nairobi and Embu Counties in Kenya
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Date
2023
Authors
Kariuki, Anastasia Wacera
Muna, Wilson
Mbataru, Patrick
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Abstract
Special Education Policy implementation remains a critical component towards attainment of
inclusive education globally. Studies have shown widespread failure in implementation of Special
Education Policy particularly in developing countries. A lack of early identification and
intervention of learners with special needs has left many deserving cases unattended and ignored.
Thus, this study examined the effects of beneficiary processing on Implementation of Special
Needs Education Policy. It was framed using the hybrid model and the management model of
policy implementation. Pragmatism philosophy guided the study as it employed descriptive, crosssectional survey research design. The study targeted 1121 respondents in Embu and Nairobi
counties, from whom 239 individuals were sampled. This research utilized stratified, purposive
and random sampling techniques. Six strata that comprised of officials and trainers from Ministry
of Education (MoE) , District Education Boards(DEB), Kenya Institute of Education(KISE) and
Kenyatta University(KU), Head teachers, teachers and learners were considered. Instruments for
data collection included an interview guide, a questionnaire and structured a participant
observation checklist. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics
while qualitative data was analyzed using thematic analysis. This study found out that a negative
and significant association also existed between beneficiary processing and enrolment rates in
Embu and Nairobi City Counties
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Keywords
Special Needs Education Policy, Implementation of Special Needs Policy, Inclusive Education, Beneficiary Processing, Learners with Disabilities
Citation
Kariuki, A., Muna, W., & Mbataru, P. (2023). Beneficiary Processing and Implementation of Special Education Policy: a Comparative Study of Nairobi and Embu Counties in Kenya. Available at SSRN 4386707.