Attitude of Students towards Inclusive Education in University of Peshawar

Abstract

This study was designed to investigate the attitude of students towards inclusive education. The main
purpose of this study was to find out the feelings of the students towards handicapped students. This
was a descriptive type of study. The tool of the study was questionnaire consisting of three parameter
of attitude. The population of the study was the students of institute of education and research, University of Peshawar. 50 students were the sample size of the study and were selected randomly from the population. The data were collected through questionnaire and then presented in tabulation in figures and percentages. The data were analyzed through SPSS and then interpreted. The study found that handicapped students’ attitude towards other fellows were friendly. Moreover, the students did not feel shamed while introducing his/her handicapped classmate to other friends. However, most of the handicapped students were in inferiority complex because people did not give any preference to handicapped friend over normal friend. Furthermore, the study concluded that handicapped students could contribute to the welfare of society and state if they have given opportunities and proper attention. It is recommended that awareness program about handicapped students and their needs may be initiated. Inclusive practices may be increased in educational institutions.