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Investigation into the inclusion of life-longeducation for individuals with disabilities and the perspectives of their guardians on the needs related to the life-long program: A case study in Gongju City.

장애인 평생교육 이용실태 및 장애인 보호자가 인식한 지원요구 분석: 공주시를 중심으로

  • 이미숙 (공주대학교 특수교육학과) ;
  • 한민경 (대구대학교 유아특수교육학과)
  • Received : 2024.04.23
  • Accepted : 2024.06.14
  • Published : 2024.07.31
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Abstract

This study seeks to develop efficient strategies for the implementation of lifelong education programs designed for individuals with disabilities in Gongju City. The primary focus is on creating a community-based lifelong learning environment. A comprehensive survey was conducted targeting 61 guardians with experience in lifelong education for individuals with disabilities in Gongju City. The findings of the study suggest a holistic strategy for the establishment of lifelong education programs for individuals with disabilities. This plan emphasizes the significance of tailored lifelong education programs that cater to the varying levels of disability, characteristics, and needs present within this demographic. Furthermore, it argues for the development of a functional system that considers the needs of both individuals with disabilities and their caregivers throughout the design and implementation stages of lifelong education initiatives.

본 연구는 공주시를 중심으로 한 장애인 보호자들의 요구와 관심을 반영하여 장애인 평생학습도시 실행초기 단계에서의 문제점을 사전에 파악 및 대비하는 것을 목적으로 한다. 2023년, 2024년 교육부 국립특수교육원으로부터 장애인 평생학습도시로 선정된 공주시에서 제공된 장애인 평생교육 참여 경험이 있는 보호자 61명을 대상으로 조사를 실시하였다. 연구 결과를 토대로 도출된 장애인 평생교육 발전방안은 다음과 같다. 첫째, 장애인들의 다양한 장애수준과 특성, 요구를 충분히 반영한 맞춤형 평생교육이 필요하다. 둘째로, 장애인 평생교육 기획 및 운영 시 장애인 당사자들 및 보호자들의 요구를 존중하는 운영체계가 필요하다. 셋째로, 장애인 학습자의 일상생활 및 자립생활에 즉각적으로 활용할 수 있는 역량을 강화하기 위한 프로그램 개발 및 운영이 요구된다. 넷째, 전달식 수업을 지양하고 장애인의 독립적 생활 및 사회적 적응력 향상에 직접 도움이 되는 현장체험 중심형 프로그램이 필요하다. 마지막으로 다양한 학습 방법과 프로그램 형식을 도입하여 장애인 평생교육 학습자들의 다양한 요구와 관심을 충족시키는 것이 중요함을 시사점으로 도출하였다.

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