IMPLEMENTING INCLUSION IN SCHOOLS

Implementing Inclusion in Schools

School restructuring initiatives worldwide indicate a paradigm shift towards inclusion.  Even though inclusive education has come a long way, its effective implementation at different levels in school, as well as higher learning institutions, is a challenging and perplexing task which requires demystification. An attempt has been made in the book to connect theoretical framework with practicing strategies and global trends in inclusive education in addition to highlighting challenges and issues. The book brings together contributors from eminent scholars not only from India but also from U.S. and Brazil to share their best practices, inclusive education models and curriculum modifications to make this book a valuable resource for professionals and practitioners in the field.  The book includes twelve chapters divided into two broad themes. The first deals with the theoretical aspects of inclusion such as decoding inclusion, the journey of inclusive education, policies and cultural beliefs.  The second theme highlights hands-on experiences, practices, case-study of institutions implementing successful inclusion and global trends in inclusive education. The book should prove helpful for students, teachers, researchers, policymakers and administrators in the field.