The trends towards integrating students with intellectual disabilities

Abstract

Advanced societies and states focus on providing services for all segments of society, including individuals with special needs, particularly students with intellectual disabilities. Educating these students requires special attention due to the impact of their disabilities on their mental abilities and behavior. Education through integration is considered one of the effective methods to empower these students, and the orientation towards integration is a fundamental cornerstone for the success of this process. Attitudes towards individuals with disabilities have witnessed a positive shift, with societies adopting supportive positions towards integration and avoiding exclusion, leading to increased participation and effectiveness within the community. Teachers in inclusive schools play a significant role in guiding and educating these students, whether through teaching them in mainstream classrooms or contributing to the development of tailored educational programs to meet their specific needs.