Onboarding of an Innovation Research Consultant for Inclusive Technologies for Education
Conduct research on technology's role in inclusive education
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Overview
Conduct research on technology's role in inclusive education
You have:
- Minimum of B.Sc/HND required.
- Must be familiar with donor-funded projects and reporting methodologies.
- Consultant must be located and operational in the BAY states.
- Consultant must have experience conducting research on inclusive education.
- Consultant must have conducted similar work within Northeast Nigeria and has verifiable reports.
- A minimum of two verifiable report samples must be submitted for review.
- Consultant must be a Nigerian citizen.
- Experienced people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Consultant must work closely with Learning Facilitators and Organizations of Persons with Disabilities during the research.
- Consultant must adhere to the IRC Code of Conduct values of Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
Scope of work
Inclusive education aims to provide equitable learning opportunities for all students, regardless of disability, socio-economic status, gender, or other barriers. Technology has emerged as a critical enabler in fostering inclusive practices by addressing accessibility challenges, personalized learning needs, and participation barriers. This research seeks to examine the role of technology in inclusive education, explore its effectiveness, identify challenges, and propose actionable recommendations for its optimal use. The primary objective is to evaluate how technology can support inclusive education by:
- Enhancing access to quality education for learners with diverse learning needs. - Identifying effective and recommend technological tools and practices. - Addressing barriers to the adoption and implementation of technology for education. - Recommending strategies to scale and sustain technology-driven education practices.
The research will address the following areas:
- Current Landscape: Examine the existing use of technology in inclusive education across various contexts. - Technological Solutions: Assess tools, platforms, and innovations designed for inclusive education (e.g., assistive technologies, AI-driven personalization). - Effectiveness: Measure the impact of technology on learning outcomes, engagement, and equity for diverse learners. - Challenges: Identify barriers such as cost, infrastructure, digital literacy, and cultural attitudes.
Best Practices: Document successful case studies and scalable models.
Research Questions:
The research questions include:
- What types of technologies are currently being used to support inclusive education and how effective are they? - How does technology address the specific needs of diverse learners? - What are the main barriers to the use of technology in inclusive learning? - How can educators, policy makers, and other stakeholders optimize the use of technology for inclusive learning?
Methodology/Criteria.
The research will employ a mixed-methods approach:
- Literature Review: Analyze existing studies, reports, and policy documents. - Quantitative Analysis: Use surveys and data analytics to assess the reach and impact of technological tools. - Qualitative Analysis: Conduct interviews, focus groups, and case studies with stakeholders, including students, teachers, parents, and policymakers. - Comparative Analysis: Compare technologies and approaches across different geographic, socio-economic, and educational contexts.
Deliverables:
- Inception Report: Outlining the research design, methodology, and timeline. - Interim Progress Report: Highlighting preliminary findings and insights. - Final Research Report: Comprehensive documentation of findings, analyses, and recommendations. This report also should provide a roadmap to developing a project to pilot an inclusive learning and teaching environment using EdTech solutions. - Presentation/Workshops: Sharing key insights and recommendations with OTL team and other stakeholders.
Payment Rate and Schedule:
Individual Consultant Request Form Description
Unit (Days)
Lumpsum (%)
1st Payment @ Prep-Phase Inception Report(P-PIR)
14
30%
2nd Payment @ 1st Phase
40
50%
Final Payment @ Post-Phase Closure Report (P-PCR)
14
20%
Total
68
100%
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Minimum of B.SC/HND - Familiar with donor-funded projects and reporting methodologies. - Consultant MUST be located and operational in the BAY states and be able to be deployed within short notice to OTL-supported LGAs within the BAY states. - Consultant MUST have experience of conducting research on inclusive education. - Consultant MUST have conducted similar work within the country preferably Northeast Nigeria and can show verifiable report(s) of previous assessments conducted. - A minimum of two verifiable reports sample MUST be submitted for review. - Consultant MUST be a Nigerian citizen. - Experienced people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to participate. - The Consultant/Training partner MUST work hand-in-hand with the Learning Facilitators, Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), and community structures during the research. - Standard of Professional Conduct: The Consultant must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
All applications and submission should be sent to [email protected] before COB, Thursday 6th of February,2025
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a research project you've conducted on inclusive education and its outcomes? | The interviewer wants to assess your practical experience and understanding of inclusive education research. | Provide a detailed description of the project, your role, the methodologies used, and the outcomes achieved. |
| What challenges did you face while conducting your previous research, and how did you overcome them? | This question evaluates your problem-solving skills and resilience in research contexts. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure stakeholder engagement during your research? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What technological tools or platforms have you evaluated in your research on inclusive education? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you measure the effectiveness of technology in supporting diverse learners? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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