Inclusive Education for the 21st Century: Theory, Policy and Practice

Inclusive Education for the 21st Century provides a comprehensive look at how teachers and schools can create inclusive classrooms that meet the needs of every student. It explores evidence-based strategies, addresses the needs of diverse learners, and offers new content and podcasts to support systemic inclusive education reform.

Format: Hardback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In a comprehensive and updated new edition, this bestselling book delves deeper into the crucial question of how teachers and schools can establish truly inclusive classrooms that cater to the diverse needs of every student. Providing a rigorous exploration of the foundational principles of inclusive education, the book identifies the barriers to access and participation and offers evidence-based strategies to support diverse learners. It addresses the unique needs of children with physical, sensory, and intellectual disabilities, as well as those with complex learning profiles, including mental health issues.

The second edition of this book is packed with fresh and valuable content, including eleven new chapters that shed light on learning from international experiences, multi-tiered systems of support, leading inclusive education reform, the significance of language, and fostering friendships. A dedicated section has been added to provide explicit guidance for implementing systemic inclusive education reform at various levels, from policy to classroom practice.

To enhance the learning experience, a new series of podcasts featuring interviews with expert chapter authors is available, offering insightful perspectives and practical insights into the chapter topics.

Given that many schools continue to operate under outdated models that perpetuate inequality, this book serves as a valuable resource for pre- and in-service teachers and leaders seeking to transform inclusive education into a reality in all schools. It equips them with the deep knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to create learning environments that celebrate diversity, promote equity, and enable all students to thrive.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032396866
Edition number: 2 ed