Understanding Inclusion
Core Concepts, Policy and Practice
Edited by Richard Woolley
Colleagues in the Centre for Education and Inclusion had reason to celebrate recently the publication of a new book on inclusion
Although broadly used in education, the term inclusion is not always fully understood. The book explores inclusion through a wide range of themes and issues using examples of practice and learning drawn from research to provide specific examples and case studies with key areas for discussion
Underpinned by the latest research, discussion is brought to life through vignettes of real experiences and examples of practice from a range of settings and across continents. Chapters consider crucial aspects of inclusion:
- Social inclusion and social class
- Global perspectives on culture and identity
- Aspirations and social mobility
- Relationships and sexual behaviours
- Gender equality and diversity
- Perceptions of ability and disability
- Barriers to learning
- Multilingualism in schools
- Religion and belief
- Restorative justice for inclusion
- Inclusion and the arts
- Teaching Assistants and inclusion
- The central role of leadership.
All chapters have been written by members of staff within the Institute of Education.