Synopses & Reviews
This book reflects the major stages of theoretical development in inclusive education. It is a broad introduction to key areas of theoretical development and introduces authors whose works are essential reading in this field, including interviews with key thinkers.
Synopsis
This book traces the major stages of thinking in the development of inclusive education. It provides a synopsis and critique of the last 50 years of the 20th century, including the introduction of the term 'special educational needs', the practice of integration and the present processes of inclusive education.
Synopsis
This book traces the major stages of thinking in the development of inclusive education. It provides overviews of the main theoretical influences: the medico-psychological model; sociological positions; curriculum studies; school effectiveness and the impact upon policy and practice of the Disability Movement. The book provides a synopsis and critique of the last 50 years of the 20th century, including the introduction of the term 'special educational needs', the practice of integration, and the present processes of inclusive education.
Synopsis
This book traces the major stages of thinking in the development of inclusive education. It provides overviews of the main theoretical influences: the medico-psychological model; sociological positions; curriculum studies; school effectiveness; and the impact upon policy and practice of the Disability Movement. Positioned and discussed in their historical contexts the book provides a synopsis and critique of the last 50 years, including the introduction of the term Special Educational Needs, the practice of integration, and the present processes of inclusive education.
The unique features of this book include personal reflections by a number of people who are considered to have had major influence in the