Section 18Sec./Art. 18

Continuing Research to Identify the Needs of Learners with Disabilities. -The DepEd, through the Advisory Committee, by itself or in collaboration with relevant national government agencies and the private sector, shall undertake continuing research to identify and design strategies and programs that shall meet the diverse needs of learners with disabilities. Such continuing research shall also be used to develop instructional techniques and materials for use by the ILRCs towards improving the acquisition of skills by learners with disabilities for their transition to independent living, technical vocational training or competitive skills development, and to design holistic programs for all schools and ILRCs to enhance the potential of the learners with disabilities to participate and be integrated into community life.