Pelaksanaan Pelayanan Sosial pada Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus Melalui Program Pendidikan Berbasis Inklusi (Studi Pada Yayasan Rumah Ceria Medan)

Abstract

The research discusses the implementation of inclusive education at Yayasan Rumah Ceria Medan as an effort to address social issues related to children with special needs in the field of education. Children with Special Needs (CSN) are among the Social Welfare Service Recipients (PPKS) who require extra attention and assistance from others to fulfill their social functions. This study will employ a qualitative descriptive research approach to answer questions related to the status of the research object at the time of the study, essentially providing information on the current situation. The research focuses on the applied learning strategies, supporting and inhibiting factors, as well as the resulting impacts. The strategies include: 1) initial assessment, 2) personalized curriculum provision, 3) support from special education teachers in class, 4) additional classes, and 5) special classes. Supporting factors for implementing inclusive education involve collaboration between teachers and parents, cooperation with government agencies, and specialized training for teachers. Inhibiting factors consist of inadequate facilities and infrastructure, limited funding sources, and a shortage of qualified teachers. The impact of inclusive education implementation is reflected in improved academic, social, and emotional development of children, as well as a reduction in negative stigma towards children with special needs in society. The implementation of inclusive education at Rumah Ceria Foundation Medan represents an effort to tackle social issues faced by children with special needs in education. Rumah Ceria Foundation Medan has successfully created an inclusive learning environment where children with and without disabilities can learn and play together without regard to differences.