Affiliation:
1. Universiti Utara Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Campus, Malaysia
2. Universiti Utara Malaysia, Sintok, Malaysia
Abstract
In Malaysia, inclusiveness for people with disabilities in higher education remains a challenge. This study addresses the perception of 52 students with disabilities of their campuses’ physical accessibility. The survey shows partial dissatisfaction with facilities, with seniors displaying the highest discontent. In addition, interviews with 14 students reveal opinion discrepancies between students with visual impairments and those with other physical disabilities. The overall findings imply that inclusive education for students with disabilities is far from achieved. Thus, Malaysian social work has a critical role in intervening and advocating for inclusiveness in higher education.
Funder
Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) of Malaysia
Subject
Sociology and Political Science,Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
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