Public Lecture: Challenges of Inclusive Education and Supporting Students with SEN

Public Lecture: Challenges of Inclusive Education and Supporting Students with SEN

On April 11, 2025, St. Andrew the First-Called Georgian University hosted a public lecture titled “Challenges of Inclusive Education in Schools and Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).”

The lecture was delivered by Irma (Mzisadar) Iniashvili, a medical physicist and a graduate of Tennessee State University. The event was attended by students, teachers, and professionals interested in the field of inclusive education.

The speaker shared her practical experience and reviewed the importance of inclusive education in school settings. She emphasized effective support strategies for students with special educational needs and discussed specific approaches.

Key topics included the nature of sensory integration disorder, types of sensory channels, and ways to help students cope with sensory difficulties. The lecture also addressed the challenges of adolescence and their impact on student behavior.

The lecture clearly highlighted the importance of creating a supportive environment for students within the context of inclusive education. The event marked another significant step towards promoting inclusive education at the university, fostering awareness and enhancing practical skills in building inclusive educational spaces.