The psychological readiness of the educators for inclusive education at universities of Kazakhstan

Inclusive education is a fundamental right that aims to provide equal opportunities and access to quality education for students with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and special educational needs. In recent years, our country has made significant progress in embracing inclusive education at the university level. By fostering an inclusive learning environment, Kazakhstan is not only empowering every learner but also paving the way for a more inclusive society. This article explores the importance of inclusive education for university students in Kazakhstan and the initiatives taken to ensure its implementation. Moreover, the psychological determinants of the readiness of educators for inclusive teaching of university students with disabilities have been studied. The analysis of scientific sources has shown that a positive attitude and appropriate training of teachers are decisive in this problem. The findings from the conducted survey for diagnosing the level of inclusive readiness of university teachers show that the experience of instructing students with SEN has a big impact on the educators’ attitude towards practicing inclusive education, as well as their level of confidence in own capabilities and competencies. Further expansion and continuous evaluation of inclusive education programs will ensure sustainable progress towards a more inclusive society.

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