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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf Study, Virtual ClassroomVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Disability Studies: An Introduction certification course is an 8-week duration programme. This certification course can be taken by students pursuing any degree in Sciences and Humanities, rehabilitation professionals, and students of special education. The course covers an extensive curriculum that includes a disability, dependency, interdependency, blindness, and various interviews discussing autism and the Indian family. 

The Disability Studies: An Introduction certification by NPTEL provides students with a broad outline of the emerging field of disability studies. The certification course provides leading industry experts support through which students can gain the required skills and knowledge and excel in this field.   

Also Read: Online Humanities And Social Sciences Courses & Certifications

The Highlights

  • 8 Weeks Course
  • Elective/UG/PG
  • Completion Certification  

Programme Offerings

  • videos
  • Transcripts
  • assignments
  • Books

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
INR 1000yesIIT Madras

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

Students pursuing any degree in Sciences and Humanities, rehabilitation professionals and students of special education are eligible for the Disability Studies: An Introduction online course.   

Certification Qualifying Details

The candidates are required to pass the examination with valid marks to get the certification for Disability Studies: An Introduction online course.  

What you will learn

After completing the Disability Studies: An Introduction certification syllabus the students will gain a deep understanding of the evolving phenomenon, and medical model of disability. They will also learn about various topics such as the social model of disability, a universal phenomenon, stigma, and disability.   

Upon completion of the Disability Studies: An Introduction training, the students will gain the required knowledge and skills. The students will also explore the key concepts of blindness as metaphor, Eugenics, disability pride, and disability resilience. With hands-on training by industry experts, the candidates can practice the learned concepts in real-world situations.  


Who it is for

The Disability Studies: An Introduction online course is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of aspiring students and rehabilitation professionals. This course is also beneficial for Special Education Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Counsellors, Social and Human Services Professionals and Director of Disability Services for Educational Institutions.


Admission Details

To join the Disability Studies: An Introduction classes, follow these steps:

Step 1: Browse the link mentioned below: 

https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109106168

Step 2: Students can "Login In" and Sign In with a Google account or create a separate account. 

Step 3: Fill out the registration form with the necessary details, submit it, and join the course. 

The Syllabus

Introduction Disability Definition
  • An Evolving Phenomenon
  • Medical Model of Disability
Social Model of Disability: Part 1&2 Stigma:
  • A Universal Phenomenon
  • Stigma and Disability

Key Concepts
  • Ableism Part 1&2 Disability Activism
  • Models of Disability Activism
  • Dependency
  • Interdependency

Key Concepts
  • Blindness
  • Blindness as metaphor
  • Eugenics, Disability Pride
  • Disability Resilience
  • Disability Passing

Disabilities, Ideas and Disciplines
  • Assistive Technology: An interview with Prof. Madhusudan Rao
  • Disability and Ethnography: An Interview with Prof.James Staple

Disabilities, Ideas and Disciplines
  • Schizophrenia: A Personal Account – An interview with Reshma Valliappan
  • Autism and the Indian Family: An interview with Dr. Shubhangi Vaidhya

Disabilities, Ideas and Disciplines
  • Dyslexia and the Modern University: An Interview with Prof Tanya Titchkosky
  • Gender and Disability: Interviews with Prof. Anita Ghai and Prof. Nandini Ghosh

Disabilities, Ideas and Disciplines
  • The Normal and its End: An interview with Prof. Lenard Davis
  • Literary Disability Studies: An Interview with Dr. Shilpa Anand
  • What is Deaf Culture? An Interview with Dr. Michele Friedner

Literature, Disability and Health
  • Disability and Life Writing
  • Disability and Metaphor
  • Narrative Medicine
  • Conclusion

Evaluation process

Students are required to register by paying an amount of Rs 1000. They must qualify for the exam and pass with a minimum of 25 percent in assignments and 75 percent in the written exam out of a total of 100.

IIT Madras Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Disability Studies: An Introduction training?

The duration of the certification course is 8 weeks. The certification course offers a broad outline of the emerging field of disability studies.

2: What is the Disability Studies: An Introduction online course curriculum?

The course's comprehensive curriculum covers various topics related to disability studies such as disability activism, models, dependency, interdependency, eugenics, ideas, disciplines, literature, health, life writing, metaphor, and narrative medicine.

3: Who is the intended audience for the Disability Studies: An Introduction online course?

The intended audience for this certification course is the students currently pursuing any degree in Sciences and Humanities, rehabilitation professionals and students of special education.

4: Will I receive certification after completing the Disability Studies: An Introduction certification course?

Yes, after completing the certification course, the students will receive the certificates based on their performance in the assignments and examination.

5: How much are the passing marks to qualify for the Disability Studies: An Introduction certification course exam?

The students must score a minimum of 10 out of 25 percent on assignments and 30 out of 75 percent on the final proctored examination.

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