@techreport{lynch_pakistan_2020, type = {Helpdesk {Response}}, title = {Pakistan {Distance}-{Learning} {Topic} {Brief}: {Primary}-level {Deaf} {Children}}, shorttitle = {Pakistan {Distance}-{Learning} {Topic} {Brief}}, url = {https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/LP4PGMNA}, abstract = {The Covid-19 crisis has severely impacted the ability of national education actors to provide access to education services for all students.This brief provides guidance and recommendations on how to support the education of deaf children in Pakistan using alternative learning approaches. It presents the rationale for adopting certain teaching and learning strategies when supporting the learning and well-being of deaf children during global uncertainty. Children with deafness and hearing loss are particularly vulnerable during school closures. They are isolated at home and unable to access information as easily as when attending school. This brief presents some of the practices that are reportedly working well for deaf children in different contexts.}, language = {en}, number = {16}, institution = {EdTech Hub}, author = {Lynch, Paul and Kaye, Tom and Terlektsi, Emmanouela}, month = jun, year = {2020}, doi = {10.53832/edtechhub.0043}, note = {ZenodoArchiveID: 5652129 previousZenodoArchiveID: 3891379 previousshortDOI: 10/ghgnfv previousDOI: 10.5281/zenodo.3891379 EdTechHub.Source: 2405685:LP4PGMNA shortDOI: 10/ghgnfv KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.5281/ZENODO.3891379 10.5281/zenodo.3891379 10.5281/zenodo.4348995 10.53832/edtechhub.0043 10/ghgnfv 2129771:3YH4WC8N 2129771:J35ZR45N 2339240:6VEXVUL7 2339240:CDU93LQU 2339240:CUSR6ZBJ 2339240:FS3CFIBL 2339240:N7RDGZGY 2339240:V229A7WT 2339240:Z4FHRC9L 2405685:4PAZ4ZQH 2405685:8WYASBE4 2405685:KL56SD42 2405685:LP4PGMNA 2405685:S2A2EQQC 2405685:WFMBLBBE 2405685:XIQ5CL9B 2405685:XJ42VUQG 2405685:YY4LI6EI}, keywords = {C:Pakistan, F: Helpdesk response, L:Special education needs and disabilities (SEND), LP: English, \_DOILIVE, \_EdTechHub\_Output, \_GS:indexed, \_MELA\_seen, \_\_\_working\_potential\_duplicate, \_cover:v1, \_cover:v3, \_r:CopiedFromEvLib, \_zenodo:submitted, \_zenodoETH, dode\_eth-src-eth, dode\_eth-trf2-dode}, } @techreport{lynch_edtech_2021, type = {Working {Paper}}, title = {{EdTech} for {Learners} with {Disabilities} in {Primary} {School} {Settings} in {LMICS}: {A} {Systematic} {Literature} {Review}}, copyright = {Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International, Open Access}, shorttitle = {{EdTech} for {Learners} with {Disabilities} in {Primary} {School} {Settings} in {LMICs}}, url = {https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/XJ42VUQG}, abstract = {This systematic literature review was guided by the overarching aim of establishing the categories of EdTech that may be appropriate to support the learning of children with disabilities aged 4–12 years in low-and middle-income countries. A critical review of the published literature was deemed essential as the field of disability and EdTech (mirroring larger trends in disability and educational research) has remained dominated by anecdotal commentaries and strong personal assertions, but substantiated by little evidence. In framing the review we drew on a dual model of access which provides a helpful lens into how EdTech can support a learner’s development trajectory across different interventions (e.g. learning to read Braille or sign language), targeted educational outcomes, inclusive practices and suitable accommodations in different educational settings. This approach is underpinned by a human rights agenda, as articulated in the UN Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which demand fair and equal access to education for all children and young people. They are also concerned, though, that an individual child/young person should have agency, self-determination and independence. Article 2 of the CRPD unambiguously recognizes that reasonable accommodation is vital in enabling persons with disabilities to enjoy and exercise their rights on an equal basis with others.}, language = {en}, urldate = {2021-04-30}, institution = {EdTech Hub}, author = {Lynch, Paul and Singhal, Nidhi and Francis, Gill A.}, year = {2021}, doi = {10.5281/zenodo.4348995}, note = {KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.5281/ZENODO.4348995 10.5281/zenodo.4348995 2339240:6VEXVUL7 2339240:BAU4D8ER 2339240:PAABA4B7 2339240:RHJJP4E2 2339240:TWQV2AGE 2339240:Z4FHRC9L 2405685:7IEM9MCP 2405685:88MZ92YX 2405685:ATYBHAIH 2405685:DGRQM9XQ 2405685:KKZ3ET5W 2405685:KL56SD42 2405685:VZNCHGEG 2405685:XJ42VUQG 2534378:3A5TU66J}, keywords = {\_DOILIVE, \_EdTechHub\_Output, \_MELA\_seen, \_cover:v3, \_zenodoETH}, } @techreport{lynch_how_2021, type = {Policy {Brief}}, title = {How {Can} {EdTech} {Support} {Primary} {School} {Learners} with {Disabilities} in {LMICs}? {Recommendations} for {Policy}}, copyright = {Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International}, url = {https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/UXWEBRCC}, abstract = {An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org}, language = {en}, institution = {EdTech Hub}, author = {Lynch, Paul and Singal, Nidhi and Francis, Gill A.}, month = apr, year = {2021}, doi = {10.5281/zenodo.4701259}, note = {ZenodoArchiveID: 4701259 KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.5281/zenodo.4701259 2339240:K42SWARR 2405685:DGECLZII 2405685:J83BVHG6 2405685:UXWEBRCC}, keywords = {\_DOILIVE, \_EdTechHub\_Output, \_MELA\_seen, \_\_\_working\_potential\_duplicate, \_cover:v3, \_r:AddedByZotZen, \_zenodo:submitted, \_zenodoETH}, } @misc{singal_edtech_2021, title = {{EdTech} for learners with disabilities: urgent need to focus on access, engagement and learning outcomes}, shorttitle = {{EdTech} for learners with disabilities}, url = {https://edtechhub.org/2021/04/23/edtech-for-learners-with-disabilities-urgent-need-to-focus-on-access-engagement-and-learning-outcomes/}, abstract = {The current approaches to providing high quality learning experiences to learners with disabilities in low and middle-income (LMICs) countries requires radical rethinking. To date, significant numbers of learners with disabilities are not enjoying the benefits of barrier-free and meaningful engagement with the school curriculum in order to reach their potential. Appropriately matched technology to learner needs – in terms of…}, language = {en-US}, urldate = {2021-04-29}, journal = {EdTech Hub}, author = {Singal, Nidhi and Lynch, Paul and Kaye, Tom and Francis, Gill}, month = apr, year = {2021}, doi = {10.5281/zenodo.4728168}, note = {KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.5281/zenodo.4728168 2405685:6QJYLAD7 2405685:BZDFHTPM}, keywords = {\_DOILIVE, \_EdTechHub\_Output, \_zenodoETH}, } @article{lynch_identifying_2014, title = {Identifying strategies to enhance the educational inclusion of visually impaired children with albinism in {Malawi}}, volume = {39}, issn = {0738-0593}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0738059314000595}, doi = {10.1016/j.ijedudev.2014.07.002}, abstract = {Oculocutaneous albinism is an inherited condition with significant health and social impact on the lives of those affected throughout sub-Saharan, including in Malawi. Myths and superstitions surrounding the condition lead to stigmatisation, rejection and misconceptions. In a participatory study, consultations with educational professionals, children with albinism and their families documented the barriers to full educational access and revealed low-cost strategies that could be implemented in mainstream schools, to minimise the effect of the visual impairment associated with albinism. These were captured in two information booklets in English and vernacular, one for children and the other appropriate for teacher training.}, language = {en}, urldate = {2020-12-10}, journal = {International Journal of Educational Development}, author = {Lynch, Paul and Lund, Patricia and Massah, Bonface}, year = {2014}, note = {KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.1016/j.ijedudev.2014.07.002 2339240:MXTDK768 2405685:K9AQNHDY}, keywords = {Albinism, Resource centres, Special educational needs, Teacher training, Visual impairment}, pages = {216--224}, } @article{lynch_educational_2022, title = {Educational technology for learners with disabilities in primary school settings in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic literature review}, volume = {0}, issn = {0013-1911}, shorttitle = {Educational technology for learners with disabilities in primary school settings in low- and middle-income countries}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1080/00131911.2022.2035685}, doi = {10.1080/00131911.2022.2035685}, abstract = {Educational Technology (EdTech) plays a significant role in enabling learners with disabilities to access learning at school and reduce educational and social exclusion. It also enables them to enjoy the benefits of a full school curriculum and to participate in activities in different educational arrangements. The purpose of this review was to address the existing evidence of how EdTech is being used to support learners with disabilities in order to inform future research and policymaking. It sought to contribute to an evidence base of ways to reduce barriers to learning drawing on a systematic methodology to gather evidence pertaining to access to EdTech for primary school learners with disabilities aged 6–12 years. After a thorough examination of the literature, the final sample comprised 51 published articles (43 peer-review and 8 conference papers). The review revealed examples of positive outcomes of EdTech interventions being used, particularly in special schools; however, the evidence of their efficacy is weak. The use of EdTech for learners with disabilities in low- and middle-income countries requires further, robust and long-term research that considers the involvement of learners, pedagogy and curriculum design in order to understand its impact on improving educational experiences of children with disabilities.}, number = {0}, urldate = {2022-05-30}, journal = {Educational Review}, author = {Lynch, Paul and Singal, Nidhi and Francis, Gill Althia}, month = apr, year = {2022}, note = {Publisher: Routledge \_eprint: https://doi.org/10.1080/00131911.2022.2035685 KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.1080/00131911.2022.2035685 2405685:CB7LMISX 2405685:EM4VG98Q}, keywords = {Educational technology, assistive technology, disability, inclusive education, low- and middle-income countries, primary education}, pages = {1--27}, } @book{singal_education_2018, title = {Education and {Disability} in the {Global} {South}: {New} {Perspectives} from {Africa} and {Asia}}, isbn = {978-1-4742-9121-7}, shorttitle = {Education and {Disability} in the {Global} {South}}, abstract = {Education and Disability in the Global South brings together new and established researchers from a variety of disciplines to explore the complexities and dilemmas encountered in providing education to children and young people with disabilities in countries in South Asia and Africa. Applying a range of methodological, theoretical and conceptual frameworks across different levels of education systems, from pre-school to higher education, the contributors examine not just the barriers but also the opportunities within the educational systems, in order to make strong policy recommendations. Together, the chapters offer a comprehensive overview of a range of issues, including a nuanced appreciation of the tensions between the local and global in relation to key developments in the field, critiquing a globalized notion of inclusive education, as well as proposing new methodological advancements in taking the research agenda forward. Empirical insights are captured not just from the perspectives of educators but also through engaging with children and young people with disabilities, who are uniquely powerful in providing insights for future developments.}, language = {en}, publisher = {Bloomsbury Publishing}, author = {Singal, Nidhi and Lynch, Paul and Johansson, Shruti Taneja}, month = dec, year = {2018}, note = {Google-Books-ID: get1DwAAQBAJ KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 2339240:DZELW96T 2405685:9MZNXBIX}, keywords = {Education / Educational Policy \& Reform / General, Education / Inclusive Education, Education / Special Education / General}, } @article{singal_impact_2021, title = {Impact of {Covid}-19 on the education of children with disabilities in {Malawi}: reshaping parental engagement for the future}, volume = {0}, issn = {1360-3116}, shorttitle = {Impact of {Covid}-19 on the education of children with disabilities in {Malawi}}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1080/13603116.2021.1965804}, doi = {10.1080/13603116.2021.1965804}, abstract = {Covid-19 has led to unparalleled school closures and bought about extraordinary and unique challenges to ensuring continuity of learning for children across countries. This paper focuses on the educational experiences of children with disabilities in Malawi. Using a telephone survey, 99 parents/carers were interviewed about the impact of school closure on them and their child with disabilities. Parents reported as being overwhelmingly dissatisfied with the educational experiences of their child with disabilities, with a significant number reporting that they had no contact with the school or the teachers during closures. Children with disabilities were reported as spending very little time on formal learning activities. Nonetheless, parents were confident that their child with disabilities would return to school once these re-opened, as parents noted the loss of structure for their child’s day and increased loneliness arising from lack of contact with their friends. As schools reopen, the mental health of children with disabilities, alongside their learning, will need to be a priority. Finally, parents highlighted the need for more active involvement in their child’s schooling, so that they are able to support them better when they are at home.}, number = {0}, urldate = {2022-11-20}, journal = {International Journal of Inclusive Education}, author = {Singal, Nidhi and Mbukwa-Ngwira, Jenipher and Taneja-Johansson, Shruti and Lynch, Paul and Chatha, Gertrude and Umar, Eric}, month = nov, year = {2021}, note = {Publisher: Routledge \_eprint: https://doi.org/10.1080/13603116.2021.1965804 KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.1080/13603116.2021.1965804 2339240:QH5LTGZL 2405685:GDE8Q2X8}, keywords = {Covid-19, Malawi, disability, education, parent, telephone survey}, pages = {1--17}, } @article{lynch_inclusive_2011, title = {Inclusive educational practices in {Kenya}: {Evidencing} practice of itinerant teachers who work with children with visual impairment in local mainstream schools}, volume = {31}, issn = {0738-0593}, shorttitle = {Inclusive educational practices in {Kenya}}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0738059310001203}, doi = {10.1016/j.ijedudev.2010.08.006}, abstract = {This article presents a findings from an investigation of the work of 38 specialist itinerant teachers (ITs) supporting the educational inclusion of children with visual impairment in Kenya. The research was designed around a participatory action research framework involving in-country researchers and participants (teachers) working in collaboration with researchers in the United Kingdom. Following an introductory training workshop, participants kept research journals over a 2-month period in which they recorded details of their itinerant duties (including the processes and content of their visits). Findings provide information about local practices of ITs support for children with visual impairment in mainstream schools and raise broader questions about the barriers to learning and development facing children with disabilities in mainstream schools in Kenya and other developing countries.}, language = {en}, number = {5}, urldate = {2020-12-10}, journal = {International Journal of Educational Development}, author = {Lynch, Paul and McCall, Steve and Douglas, Graeme and McLinden, Mike and Mogesa, Bernard and Mwaura, Martha and Muga, John and Njoroge, Michael}, year = {2011}, note = {KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.1016/j.ijedudev.2010.08.006 2339240:99E5PNBZ 2405685:F3M4BRIW}, keywords = {Inclusive education, Itinerant teachers, Kenya, Participatory action research, Visual impairment}, pages = {478--488}, } @article{mclinden_supporting_2018, title = {Supporting {Children} with {Disabilities} in {Low}- and {Middle}- {Income} {Countries}: {Promoting} {Inclusive} {Practice} within {Community}-{Based} {Childcare} {Centres} in {Malawi} through a {Bioecological} {Systems} {Perspective}}, volume = {50}, issn = {1878-4658}, shorttitle = {Supporting {Children} with {Disabilities} in {Low}- and {Middle}- {Income} {Countries}}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1007/s13158-018-0223-y}, doi = {10.1007/s13158-018-0223-y}, abstract = {Given the narrow scope and conceptualisation of inclusion for young children with disabilities in research within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) contexts, we draw on a bioecological systems perspective to propose the parameters for a broader unit of analysis. This perspective situates human development within a specific cultural context in which family, peers and schooling are regarded as key in responding to young children with disabilities in a given setting. We outline a new bioecological model to illustrate the proximal and distal factors that can influence inclusive early development for children with disabilities within LMICs. To illustrate the relevance of this model to early child development research, we consider its application, as a conceptual framework, with reference to a research study in Malawi. The study was designed to promote greater inclusive practice for young children with disabilities in Community-Based Childcare Centres (CBCCs) with a particular focus on the role of the CBCC volunteer ‘caregiver’ in rural Malawi. It has significance for educators, service providers and researchers concerned with facilitating inclusive early development across national boundaries and contexts.}, language = {en}, number = {2}, urldate = {2021-03-04}, journal = {International Journal of Early Childhood}, author = {McLinden, Mike and Lynch, Paul and Soni, Anita and Artiles, Alfredo and Kholowa, Foster and Kamchedzera, Elizabeth and Mbukwa, Jenipher and Mankhwazi, Mika}, year = {2018}, note = {KerkoCite.ItemAlsoKnownAs: 10.1007/s13158-018-0223-y 2339240:Q3UCG5MJ 2405685:DE6NLYHB}, pages = {159--174}, }