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Inclusion with Impact: Transformation through Personalized Education.
Overview
This successful practice was created out of the need to respond to the special educational needs of a student with SEN integrated within the Center of Excellence in Energy and Electronics in Chisinau. It addresses the challenges of adapting the educational process in vocational-technical education for students who experience cognitive and socio-emotional difficulties, but who have the potential for integration and development in the context of work and society.
The initiative directly supports students with Special Educational Needs, but indirect beneficiaries also include teachers, classmates and partner employers, by promoting an inclusive, empathetic and diversity-friendly educational environment.
This practice aims to provide personalized support through individualized educational plans, mentoring and close collaboration between teachers, psychologist, family and partner institutions. Through these measures, social inclusion, equity in access to education and the valorization of diversity in workplace learning are promoted, thus preparing students with SEN for a successful transition to professional life.
The activities are taking place in the Republic of Moldova, in the municipality of Chisinau, but we want to expand good practices to other regions or European countries interested in developing inclusive educational policies and practices in vocational and technical education.
The initiative directly supports students with Special Educational Needs, but indirect beneficiaries also include teachers, classmates and partner employers, by promoting an inclusive, empathetic and diversity-friendly educational environment.
This practice aims to provide personalized support through individualized educational plans, mentoring and close collaboration between teachers, psychologist, family and partner institutions. Through these measures, social inclusion, equity in access to education and the valorization of diversity in workplace learning are promoted, thus preparing students with SEN for a successful transition to professional life.
The activities are taking place in the Republic of Moldova, in the municipality of Chisinau, but we want to expand good practices to other regions or European countries interested in developing inclusive educational policies and practices in vocational and technical education.
Objectives
Promoting equitable and personalized access for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to vocational training, by creating an inclusive and collaborative educational environment.
This practice supports students with SEN by adapting the practical training process to their individual needs, facilitating real access to relevant work experiences. Collaboration between the school, employers and specialists (psychologists, speech therapists, social workers) allows for the personalization of work tasks and monitoring of the student's progress at an appropriate pace.
1. Individualized curriculum adaptation – the student learns based on a personalized plan, which takes into account his/her difficulties and strengths.
2. Permanent communication between the actors involved – teachers, family and employers collaborate to create a coherent and realistic educational path.
3. Psycho-emotional support and vocational counseling – the student is encouraged and emotionally supported to capitalize on his/her potential and to overcome fears or stigma.
4. Mediation and awareness-raising of practice partners – employers are informed and trained on the specifics of SEN, in order to reduce prejudice and create a safe and tolerant environment.
5. Flexible and progressive evaluation – success is not measured only by technical performance, but also by personal progress, autonomy and social integration.
Thus, practice contributes to the elimination of structural and attitudinal barriers that prevent the equal participation of students with SEN in vocational education and the labor market.
This practice supports students with SEN by adapting the practical training process to their individual needs, facilitating real access to relevant work experiences. Collaboration between the school, employers and specialists (psychologists, speech therapists, social workers) allows for the personalization of work tasks and monitoring of the student's progress at an appropriate pace.
1. Individualized curriculum adaptation – the student learns based on a personalized plan, which takes into account his/her difficulties and strengths.
2. Permanent communication between the actors involved – teachers, family and employers collaborate to create a coherent and realistic educational path.
3. Psycho-emotional support and vocational counseling – the student is encouraged and emotionally supported to capitalize on his/her potential and to overcome fears or stigma.
4. Mediation and awareness-raising of practice partners – employers are informed and trained on the specifics of SEN, in order to reduce prejudice and create a safe and tolerant environment.
5. Flexible and progressive evaluation – success is not measured only by technical performance, but also by personal progress, autonomy and social integration.
Thus, practice contributes to the elimination of structural and attitudinal barriers that prevent the equal participation of students with SEN in vocational education and the labor market.
Implementation
1. Identification and assessment of individual educational needs
Performing a psycho-pedagogical assessment of the student with SEN upon admission or in the first years of study.
Developing an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), in collaboration with the support teacher, the institution's psychologist and the student's family.
Establishing strengths, difficulties and the support needed for practical learning.
2. Training and awareness-raising of teachers and employers
Organizing trainings and workshops for teachers and practice tutors on the inclusion of students with SEN.
Awareness-raising and information campaigns for economic partners about the functional diversity and potential of students with SEN.
Promoting positive models and successful examples among employers.
3. Adapting the learning environment and internships
Ensuring accessible and student-friendly conditions at internships (e.g. flexible work pace, adapted tasks, physically accessible spaces).
Involving a mentor or tutor for support during the internship.
Using alternative assessment methods (portfolios, direct observation, guided self-assessment).
4. Continuous support for the student in the practical learning process
Implementation of a system of educational tutoring and vocational counseling.
Regular meetings with the family and the educational team to track progress and adjust support.
Creation of a support network between students (peer mentoring) to encourage cooperation and social inclusion in the peer group.
5. Monitoring, evaluating and valorizing progress
Establishing clear indicators of progress (technical, attitudinal, autonomy).
Documenting the student's progress through internship reports, feedback sheets and reflection.
Organizing dissemination events (presentations, exhibitions, interviews) to highlight successes and inspire other institutions.
6. Promoting an inclusive institutional culture
Integrating the values of diversity, equity and inclusion into the mission and activities of the Center of Excellence.
Establishing sustainable partnerships with organizations that support inclusion (NGOs, counseling centers, local authorities).
Participating in European initiatives and exchanges of good practices to learn and contribute to the development of inclusive policies at the international level.
Performing a psycho-pedagogical assessment of the student with SEN upon admission or in the first years of study.
Developing an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), in collaboration with the support teacher, the institution's psychologist and the student's family.
Establishing strengths, difficulties and the support needed for practical learning.
2. Training and awareness-raising of teachers and employers
Organizing trainings and workshops for teachers and practice tutors on the inclusion of students with SEN.
Awareness-raising and information campaigns for economic partners about the functional diversity and potential of students with SEN.
Promoting positive models and successful examples among employers.
3. Adapting the learning environment and internships
Ensuring accessible and student-friendly conditions at internships (e.g. flexible work pace, adapted tasks, physically accessible spaces).
Involving a mentor or tutor for support during the internship.
Using alternative assessment methods (portfolios, direct observation, guided self-assessment).
4. Continuous support for the student in the practical learning process
Implementation of a system of educational tutoring and vocational counseling.
Regular meetings with the family and the educational team to track progress and adjust support.
Creation of a support network between students (peer mentoring) to encourage cooperation and social inclusion in the peer group.
5. Monitoring, evaluating and valorizing progress
Establishing clear indicators of progress (technical, attitudinal, autonomy).
Documenting the student's progress through internship reports, feedback sheets and reflection.
Organizing dissemination events (presentations, exhibitions, interviews) to highlight successes and inspire other institutions.
6. Promoting an inclusive institutional culture
Integrating the values of diversity, equity and inclusion into the mission and activities of the Center of Excellence.
Establishing sustainable partnerships with organizations that support inclusion (NGOs, counseling centers, local authorities).
Participating in European initiatives and exchanges of good practices to learn and contribute to the development of inclusive policies at the international level.
Innovative features
Mentoring programs for marginalized groups, Digital learning tools to improve access, Specialized training tailored to different learner needs, Uses technology to improve access, Includes mentorship and support networks
- CountryMoldova
- SectorSocial inclusion
- Target groupPeople with disabilities Women
Leading organisation
Center of Excellence in Energy and Electronics
Date
2021-2025
Key stakeholders
• VET providers and training centers
• NGOs and social organizations
• Employers and business networks
• NGOs and social organizations
• Employers and business networks
Number of beneficiaries
200
