Action Research for Inclusive Education: Participation and Democracy in Teaching and Learning

This text explores practitioner research and its potential to increase student participation and develop inclusive practices in educational contexts. It highlights the relationship between educational theory, research, and practice and emphasizes social constructivist approaches to teaching and learning. The book offers insights from researcher-practitioners from international settings and discusses diverse participatory and collaborative research practices that foster inclusive practices and strengthen the participation and independence of all students. It is a valuable resource for students, teachers, and educational researchers interested in inclusive education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Exploring the realm of practitioner research and the boundless possibilities it presents for enhancing student participation and cultivating inclusive practices within educational contexts, this insightful text delves into a diverse array of original and innovative approaches to Action Research. It underscores the vital interconnectedness between educational theory, research, and practice, paving the way for transformative action.

Focusing on social constructivist approaches to teaching and learning, Action Research for Inclusive Education offers invaluable firsthand insights from researcher-practitioners hailing from diverse international settings, including Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Granada, Greece, Singapore, and England. Within its chapters, readers are invited to explore a rich tapestry of participatory and collaborative research practices, which harness the strengths and contributions of teachers, support staff, pupils, and families to foster inclusive practices throughout the school community and empower the participation and independence of all students.

Topics of exploration include collaborative endeavors in Participatory Action Research, the cultivation of friendships and the development of students' social skills, the empowerment of student voice and the role of pupils as co-researchers and peer mentors. By making a significant contribution to ongoing debates on inclusive education and the pivotal roles of practitioners and students in driving change, this text serves as a indispensable resource for students, teachers, and educational researchers alike.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 155 x 232 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138485709