Inclusion Values in Formal Pathway Private School of Education in Religion-based Institutions

Abstract

This research is a qualitative research with a case study approach aimed at analyzing the values of inclusion in Early Childhood Education institutions under the auspices of the Ministry of Religion and having a religious basis. The sample in this study was RA Melikan which was chosen with purposive sampling technique with criteria namely the presence of students with disabilities and special needs. Data analysis techniques in this study using data collection techniques, reflecting or condensing, displaying data then drawing conclusions based on theoretical facts and studies. Based on the studies conducted, the results show the existence of inclusion values including (a) children with disabilities and special needs for learning with other children in general; (b) curriculum with student center approach, which is centered on children and adapted to children's abilities and needs; (c) teachers as facilitators of inclusive education provide equal opportunities for children; (d) RA Melikan has a record of child development (e) The involvement of schools and the community in the process of implementing inclusion. and