Fostering inclusion of children with intellectual disabilities
in early childhood education and care
PR1: Transnational report
This transnational report will offer in-depth insights in the state of play in each of the participating countries regarding the opportunities for initial and continued education of ECEC staff on topics concerning inclusive ECEC of children with intellectual disabilities.
PR2: E-learning course
This result will encompass the design, development and piloting of an eLearning course for ECEC staff, with the aim to strengthen their attitudes, knowledge, values, and skills that are central to ensuring that ECEC settings are welcoming and inclusive of children with intellectual disabilities.
PR3: Fostering a Culture of Inclusion Handbook
Design, development and piloting of a handbook for ECEC staff on fostering inclusive environments for children with intellectual disabilities though engaging and collaborating with colleagues, children, parents and other community members.
PR4: Awareness-raising Toolkit
Design, development and piloting of a toolkit for ECEC settings with useful and effective resources for raising awareness of the importance of inclusion of children with intellectual disabilities in early childhood education and care.
Target Groups
ECEC Staff and Leaders
Kindergartens, nurseries etc.
Pre-school children
3-7 years old
Main Objectives
The overall objective of the EMBRACE project is to contribute to the enhancement of the quality of early childhood education and care and promote the inclusion of children with intellectual disabilities.
The specific objectives are:
To develop inclusive values and attitudes among ECEC staff and strengthen their knowledge and capacities to accommodate the needs of children with intellectual disabilities.
To equip ECEC staff and leaders with the needed tools, resources and knowledge to foster a culture of inclusion through collaborating with colleagues, children, parents and community members.
To raise awareness among children, parents and the general public on the importance of inclusion of children with intellectual disabilities in ECEC.
To increase the visibility of children with intellectual disabilities, deconstruct stereotypes and fight discrimination through overcoming barriers to early years’ education.
Courses
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Consortium
