A conceptual framework for analyzing critical cactors of PDS learning experience and PDE employment experience
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2023-12Publisher
Brac UniversityAuthor
Ahmed, Masum UddinMetadata
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This study aims to examine the relationship and status of education and employment
for people with disabilities in Bangladesh. The study employs a mixed-methods
approach, including a survey of people with disabilities to grasp their educational
and employment situations. The purpose of this study investigation is to explore the
factors impacting students and employees with disabilities in Bangladesh. The questionnaire
consisted of a mix of numerical, categorical, and multiple-choice questions.
This paper adopts multiple data science approaches to measure the reliability between
survey items. Seven factors under three dimensions for students with disabilities
(PDS) and eight factors under three dimensions for employees with disabilities
(PDE) were examined to analyze the influence of their learning and employment experiences.
A total of 208 responses were collected from students and employees, and
200 valid responses were retained after data cleaning. Necessary data pre-processing
was applied. From the findings, eight factors influencing the learning experiences of
students and employment experiences of employees were identified. Finally, the analysis
results are presented in the form of suggestions for developing inclusive learning
and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Bangladesh. The
survey reveals key obstacles for people with disabilities in Bangladesh, including
accessibility issues, inadequate accommodations, negative attitudes, and undervaluation
in education and employment. It underscores the urgent need for inclusive
policies and more research to support their education and employment. The study
highlights the requirement for diverse and more effective research methods to comprehend
and provide support for individuals with disabilities in Bangladesh.