eripedagoogiline

Eripedagoogiline, or special pedagogy, is the field focused on educating learners who require additional support beyond standard instruction. It involves assessment of needs, planning of individualized teaching, and provision of adapted methods and supports to enable participation and progress. The aim is to promote inclusion, accessibility, and achievement for students with diverse needs, including intellectual, developmental, sensory, physical, or emotional-behavioral challenges, as well as learning disabilities and autism.

Practices include developing individualized education plans, differentiated instruction, and a tiered system of supports. Instruction commonly uses assistive technologies, visual supports, structured routines, and targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy, and communication. Related services—such as speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psychology, and social work—are often integrated into educational teams.

Settings range from inclusive classrooms in mainstream schools to specialized schools or resource centers. Eripedagoogiline emphasizes collaboration among teachers, families, and multidisciplinary professionals. Special educators (eripedagoogid) receive training in assessment, pedagogy, and teamwork to adapt curriculum, monitor progress, and plan transitions for students with special needs.

Policy trends generally favor inclusive education and early intervention, though resource constraints and teacher preparation remain ongoing challenges. Legislation in many countries supports the right to accessible education with appropriate accommodations and services.

Eripedagoogiline intersects with general pedagogy, inclusive education, and related fields such as psychology, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, combining specialized services with inclusive practices in various educational settings.