The concept of labeling in context of education psychology
The concept of labeling
in context of education psychology
Labeling refers to the process of defining a person or group in a simplified way –narrowing down the
complexity of the whole person and
fitting them into broad categories. At the simplest level labeling involves
that first judgment you make about
someone, often based on first impressions –are very worth making the effort to get to know more are you indifferent to
them.
According to labeling
theory, teachers actively judge their pupils over a period of time, making judgments based on their behavior
in class, attitude to learning , previous school reports and
interactions with them and their parents, and they eventually classifying their students according to whether they are high or low
ability, hard working or lazy
Labeling in education
psychology have some significant or
advantage such as
Individualized education
plan;
An
obvious pro of labeling a child who has
special needs in the classroom is that teachers
can use this information to help the
child learn using their limitations as a guide .once a student can receive an
individualized education program
designed to meet his or her unique
needs. Identifying students in specific categories of disability allows
professionals to design an educational plan specifically for the student which
will best meet the students educational
needs.
Extra learning support
By
labeling a child, they will receive extra services that they may not have been
able to receive otherwise. For example, the child may be able to receive
instruction in a learning support room at a pace that work for them . They cane
receive frequent repletion and
instruction in a much smaller setting with other students.
Targeted instruction
By
labeling the child as learning disabled these students are able to get help in
order to remediate their specific problem. Receiving instruction based on what
students need is crucial in helping them excel and be successful in the future.
The teacher and staff are better equipped to teach the child in a way that
ensures learning by knowing what the specific learning disability is for each
student.
The
disadvantage of labeling
Low self-Esteem for the student
There
are many laws in place that protect the rights of students with disabilities
including access to services and helping
to ensure these students are not discriminated against. However many children
do have low self-esteem once they are labeled .Students who are identified as
student with disabilities may doubt themselves , feel that they are not as
smart as others and create a sense of learned helplessness.
Lower expectations from parents and
teachers
Parents
and teachers may be guilty of having lower expectations for children with
special needs. They may believe the student cannot do what required of the
other students and therefore lower the learning expectations for the child.
Basically, if the teachers and parents don’t believe in the child then the
child , wont believe in himself either. Lower expectation set up student for
failure.
Peer issues
Fellow
students can be mean and make fun of the student with the special needs because
they are different. This may lead to the student having difficulty making
friends and or make them vulnerable to bullying or other mistreatment. It very
important that teachers and parents help these students to build positive
self-image and boost their self-esteem by helping them build healthy
relationship with others and to recognize their strengths.
The
meaning of inclusion in education
Inclusion
simply defined, it means including disabled students with non-disabled students
in every aspects of education, from the same classrooms to the same social
activities and support groups. It is a
practice that has its own instructional
practices and legal requirements. Disabilities a phenomenon that encompasses
stereotypes , myth, negative attitude and inappropriate behaviors are a major
barrier to the successful education intergration of children.
Inclusion
is a philosophy where the belief is that every one has a basic right to
participate fully in society. It is a
term that accepts differences .Inclusion is a practice that requires
collaboration, teamwork, flexibility, a willingness to take risks, and support
from a whole array of individuals, services and institution. It is designed to
prepare all students for productive lives as full, participating members of
their communities inclusion can be rewarding for all people involved when correctly carried out.
Inclusion
has benefits for all of the students and teachers involved in the process. Such benefit are
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