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Ann Cheryl Armstrong - Inclusive Education: International Policy & Practice - 9781847879417 - V9781847879417
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Inclusive Education: International Policy & Practice

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Description for Inclusive Education: International Policy & Practice Paperback. This book provides a critical discussion of the development of Inclusive Education bringing together issues of theory, research, policy and practice with an explicit international dimension. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JNFN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 170 x 12. Weight in Grams: 318.
What does inclusion really mean and what impact have inclusive approaches to education had on practice?

Bringing together issues of theory, research, policy and practice from both the countries of the South and the North, this ground-breaking book provides a critical discussion of recent developments in the field of inclusive education.

The authors consider developments, both in current thinking about the meaning of inclusion and in terms of policies and practices, in the context of education systems across the world and their differences and inter-relatedness. Topics covered include the increasing pressure on educators to develop a global policy ... Read more

With case studies from Europe, the Caribbean and Australasia, the book also features chapter summaries, questions to facilitate critical thinking and discussion, case studies and suggestions for further reading.

An essential read for anyone studying inclusive education, special educational needs, disability studies, social policy and international and comparative education, this book will ignite debate and enable the reader to develop a deep understanding of the issues.

Ann Cheryl Armstrong is the Director of the Division of Professional Learning, Derrick Armstrong is Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education) and Professor of Education and Ilektra Spandagou is a Lecturer in Inclusive Education. They are all based at the University of Sydney, Australia.

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Product Details

Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781847879417
SKU
V9781847879417
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-2

About Ann Cheryl Armstrong
Ann Cheryl Armstrong PhD is Director of the Division of Professional Learning in the Faculty of Education and Social Work, at the University of Sydney. A former primary school teacher, Ann Cheryl has worked in education and professional development for 23 years and has extensive experience as a teacher, teacher educator, research manager, project manager and programme leader. She has worked ... Read more

Reviews for Inclusive Education: International Policy & Practice
′This is a book that would be of interest and of value to those completing additional study in education as it contains theory, research, policy and practice and is complimented by chapter summaries, case studies and points for reflection and discussion′ - Learning and Teaching Update ′This is not ... Read more

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