Inclusive education for pre-service teachers in South African rural universities bridging theory and practice through systematic integration strategies

Oluwatoyin Ajani and Sithabile S. Ntombela
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Oluwatoyin Ajani: University of Zululand
Sithabile S. Ntombela: Department of Educational Foundations University of South Africa

International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy (2687-2293), 2024, vol. 6, issue 3, 225-233

Abstract: This systematic literature review investigates the integration of inclusive education within pre-service teacher training programmes at rural universities in South Africa, focusing on the nexus between theoretical underpinnings and practical applications. The study aims to synthesise existing research to understand how inclusive education principles are adapted and applied in the preparation of teachers in rural settings, where educational resources and support mechanisms may differ significantly from urban centres. The review used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines to ensure a rigorous and systematic approach, with the selection criteria confined to peer-reviewed articles published from 2000 to 2024 that discuss both the theory and practice of inclusive education specifically in the context of South African rural higher education. The research objectives include identifying core theoretical frameworks employed in the literature, evaluating the effectiveness of these pedagogical approaches, and proposing actionable strategies for enhancing teacher readiness for inclusive education in rural environments. This study contributes to the development of a more coherent strategy for implementing inclusive education that is sensitive to the socio-economic and cultural contexts of rural South Africa.

Keywords: Inclusive Education; Pre-service Teacher Training; Rural Universities; South Africa; Educational Theory and Practice (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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