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ASSIGNMENT
02
, Question 1
1.1.1 According to the medical model of disability, which
learners in ordinary schools are regarded as “outside the
boundaries of normal” and how does this model justify the view
that it holds of such learners?
According to the medical model of disability learners with
disabilities or impairments are considered to be outside the
boundaries of normal because their physical or emotional
differences are seen as medical problems that need to be
diagnosed and treated. The medical model justifies this view by
framing disability as a problem that needs to be fixed and by
placing responsibility for addressing the problem on the
individual. Under this model, learners with disabilities are
seen as deficient, abnormal and in need of medical intervention
to help them function in a society designed for able-bodied and
able-minded individuals.
1.1.2 Discuss the consequences of being regarded as outside the
boundaries of normal referred to in 1,1 in reference to learners
who are in such a predicament in normal and full-service school
Stigmatization and social exclusion: when learners are labelled
as outside the boundaries of normal, they May experience stigma
and social exclusion from their peers. This can lead to feelings
of isolation, low self-esteem, and lack of motivation to engage
in learning activities.
Bullying and Victimization: learners who are seen as different
may be more vulnerable to bullying and victimization by their
peers. This can have a detrimental effect on their well-being,
mental health and ability to focus on their studies.
Academic challenges: Being regarded as outside the boundaries of
normal may result in limited academic opportunity and support
educators and institutions may not provide appropriate
accommodation differentiated institution or specialized
intervention that cater to the unique needs of these learners as
a result they may struggle academically and full behind their
peers.
ASSIGNMENT
02
, Question 1
1.1.1 According to the medical model of disability, which
learners in ordinary schools are regarded as “outside the
boundaries of normal” and how does this model justify the view
that it holds of such learners?
According to the medical model of disability learners with
disabilities or impairments are considered to be outside the
boundaries of normal because their physical or emotional
differences are seen as medical problems that need to be
diagnosed and treated. The medical model justifies this view by
framing disability as a problem that needs to be fixed and by
placing responsibility for addressing the problem on the
individual. Under this model, learners with disabilities are
seen as deficient, abnormal and in need of medical intervention
to help them function in a society designed for able-bodied and
able-minded individuals.
1.1.2 Discuss the consequences of being regarded as outside the
boundaries of normal referred to in 1,1 in reference to learners
who are in such a predicament in normal and full-service school
Stigmatization and social exclusion: when learners are labelled
as outside the boundaries of normal, they May experience stigma
and social exclusion from their peers. This can lead to feelings
of isolation, low self-esteem, and lack of motivation to engage
in learning activities.
Bullying and Victimization: learners who are seen as different
may be more vulnerable to bullying and victimization by their
peers. This can have a detrimental effect on their well-being,
mental health and ability to focus on their studies.
Academic challenges: Being regarded as outside the boundaries of
normal may result in limited academic opportunity and support
educators and institutions may not provide appropriate
accommodation differentiated institution or specialized
intervention that cater to the unique needs of these learners as
a result they may struggle academically and full behind their
peers.
