The functioning and development potential of the educational support service system – initial findings of a national study conducted between 2024 and 2028

Abstract

In 2013, the system of specialised educational services underwent radical changes. The policy objectives of the reorganisation were to increase the role of the state, make the care system more efficient, create conditions for equal access, eliminate regional inequalities and support uniform professional quality (Mile & Kiss, 2021). Our research programme, based on a mixed methodology, aims to examine the achievement of the above policy objectives by exploring and analysing the current situation and functioning of the care system. Our study also provides an international perspective by presenting the educational support activities of several European countries. In addition to the national overview, the research results for each county will be made available to the individual specialised services, which they can use to further develop their organisation and pedagogical practice. The research will take place between 2024 and 2028 as part of a research teacher programme.
Keywords: efficiency, effectiveness, equal access, uniform professional quality