korkoerät

Korkoerät is a Finnish term that can be translated to "special education units" or "special classrooms." These are educational settings within mainstream Finnish schools designed to support students with diverse learning needs and disabilities. The primary goal of korkoerät is to provide individualized instruction and specialized pedagogical approaches tailored to the specific challenges faced by each student.

Students placed in korkoerät typically have a formal diagnosis or have been identified through the special education needs assessment process. The support offered can range from mild learning difficulties to more significant intellectual or physical disabilities. Teachers in these units are specially trained in special education and work closely with other professionals such as special education teachers, psychologists, and therapists to create comprehensive support plans.

The curriculum within a korkoerä is often adapted from the national core curriculum, with modifications made to pace, content, and assessment methods. The emphasis is on developing academic skills, social-emotional learning, and functional life skills. Inclusion is a key principle in Finnish special education, and students in korkoerät may participate in mainstream classes for certain subjects or activities when appropriate and beneficial for their development. Transition planning for life after school, including further education or vocational training, is also an integral part of the support provided in korkoerät.