ABSTRACT
The study carried out a critical analysis and investigation on the impact of late
identification of the mentally handicapped children on their quality
learning as well as their academic performance in regular school settings. The
researcher carried out this study from Central Division, in Embu District.
Previous studies indicate that the impact of late identification of the mentally
retarded learners has an effect on their intellectual functioning, educational
functioning, affects their physical growth and above all, hindering their personality
and social adjustment.
The researcher applied a purely quantitative research design in presenting and
interpreting the research findings. The technique of data collection used was
mainly the use of questionnaires with some key informant inte~icws to the
district officials, Selection of the samples was based on a purposive sampling
procedure so as to be able to locate the respondents who are in position of giving
information relevant to the study.
Research findings revealed that the impact of late identification among the
mentally retarded learners results into their having problems with; low class
participation, poor concept perception, and above all, the inability to acquire
adaptive learning skills.
A number of measures have been drawn up basing on the researchers
observation and conclusions of the research findings. These include among
others: effecting EARS sensitization in the communities, medical attention by
doctors, active observation and analysis by teachers, active role of parents among others,
KIURA, L (2021). Impact Of Late Identification Of The Mentally Handicapped Children On Quality Learning: A Case Study Of Central Division, Embu District, Kenya. Afribary. Retrieved from https://afribary.com/works/impact-of-late-identification-of-the-mentally-handicapped-children-on-quality-learning-a-case-study-of-central-division-embu-district-kenya
KIURA, LEONARD "Impact Of Late Identification Of The Mentally Handicapped Children On Quality Learning: A Case Study Of Central Division, Embu District, Kenya" Afribary. Afribary, 10 Jun. 2021, https://afribary.com/works/impact-of-late-identification-of-the-mentally-handicapped-children-on-quality-learning-a-case-study-of-central-division-embu-district-kenya. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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KIURA, LEONARD . "Impact Of Late Identification Of The Mentally Handicapped Children On Quality Learning: A Case Study Of Central Division, Embu District, Kenya" Afribary (2021). Accessed December 23, 2024. https://afribary.com/works/impact-of-late-identification-of-the-mentally-handicapped-children-on-quality-learning-a-case-study-of-central-division-embu-district-kenya