Creating inclusive schools: theory, process and practice /

"Creating Inclusive Schools: Theory, Process and Practice aims to simplify the dynamic and multidimensional discipline of inclusive education for the students of education, and trainee and practising teachers. This timely textbook focuses on understanding the learning needs of children with disabilities and those belonging to socially and economically disadvantaged sections of the society. It elucidates and critically analyses how these requirements are currently addressed at various levels of education and the desirable changes that can be brought about. The book explains the multifarious concepts in lucid and easy-to-comprehend language, and establishes crucial links between theory and practice to facilitate understanding of different dimensions of inclusive education. It is based on the curriculum guidelines prescribed by National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and the syllabi recommendations by major universities across India. This book offers a fresh perspective into inclusive education needs, policies and practices through contextually relevant examples and cases. Key Features - Provides holistic understanding of inclusion in education with focus on various aspects of school environment and administration - Contains succinct discussion of the learning needs and strategies to address them in an inclusive education setting - Inclusive pedagogy practices, applicable to the Indian context, described with relatable examples and case studies - Each chapter aided by learning objectives and chapter-end exercise to help readers map their progress and achievements"