scholarly journals Feeling Heard : Inclusive Education, Transformative Learning, and Productive Struggle

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (5) ◽  
pp. 653-679
Author(s):  
Diana Murdoch ◽  
Andrea R. English ◽  
Allison Hintz ◽  
Kersti Tyson
Author(s):  
Ntokozo Mthembu

The aim of this chapter is to deliberate on the possibilities of transformation in the education system in relation to the pervasiveness of neo-liberalism that promotes the marginalization of indigenous knowledge systems of countries in the “global South.” From 2006 to 2009 various policies were configured in recognition of the rights for social equality and the development of an inclusive education system in the country. However, the delay in the transformation of the education system has erupted into protest activities by students at some academic institutions in the country – the # Fees Must Fall and the Decolonising of curriculum campaigns. The transformative learning theory will be used in this instance to explore the limits of a compensatory education system in relation to the current pathological social settings associated with manifesting the expected changes in the learning sphere. This chapter is a baseline analysis of the scope of possibilities of a multicultural perspective in this regard.


2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathy Ann Wlodarczyk ◽  
Monique Somma ◽  
Sheila Bennett ◽  
Tiffany L Gallagher

When school systems and administrations provide educators with opportunities to engage in transformative learning through reflective practice and provide opportunities to challenge their beliefs, educator pedagogy for inclusive education can be enhanced (Evans, 1997; Pyhältö et al., 2012; Richardson, 1998). Our research examined the experiences of 11 inclusion coaches while they provided support and built capacity for 38 educators during a change in special education service delivery, seeking insight into the effectiveness of this coaching model. Coaches’ experiences were shared during semi-focused group discussions and via an online blog. Qualitative analysis revealed coaches’ roles in this context were influenced by their personal expectations, personal growth, support for one another, and support for respective educators. The findings from this research are pivotal for pedagogy and teaching philosophy in inclusion.


Author(s):  
June Palmer ◽  
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Rantsie Kgothule ◽  
Gregg Alexander ◽  
Edwin de Klerk ◽  
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Several studies echo the role of participation and interaction in learning activities as crucial to valorise all students equally. Inclusive pedagogy should recognize the disputed nature of inclusive education and the subsequent unpredictability in teaching practices as a means of identifying students requiring additional learning support particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Such variability raises significant questions about the nature and value of educational provision, around the globe, but particularly in the South African multicultural higher learning context. Having applied a transformative learning methodology this paper explores the influence of inclusive learning pedagogies in shaping preservice teachers’ repertoires in multicultural higher learning contexts. The findings suggest that transformative learning promotes specific practices such as trusting relationships within the learning context and an appreciation for diversity and inclusivity, opportunities for critical reflection, shared and collective learning, and transformative leadership development. Ultimately, when circumstances permit, transformative preservice teachers move toward a frame of reference that is more self-reflective, integrative and inclusive of experience. In conclusion we suggest that stakeholders in higher education contexts consider creating institutional spaces for preservice teachers to change their frame of reference in approaching their own teaching and learning repertoires in transformative and inclusive ways.


2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-8
Author(s):  
Itala Ballaschk ◽  
Yvonne Anders

Zusammenfassung. Bildungsteilhabe und Partizipation gelten mittlerweile als Kernbegriffe der aktuellen bildungspolitischen Diskussion um Inklusion. Dabei meint Partizipation explizit die Möglichkeit für Kinder, aktiv an der Gestaltung ihrer Lebens- und Lernerfahrungen teilzuhaben ( Prengel, 2016 ). Der vorliegende Beitrag knüpft an dieses Konzept an und stellt Ergebnisse einer Fallstudie vor, die sich insbesondere mit der Sicht der Kinder zum Thema Partizipation und Wohlbefinden in der Kindertageseinrichtung beschäftigt. Im Rahmen des von der Europäischen Union geförderten Projektes „ISOTIS – Inclusive Education and Social Support to Tackle Inequality in Society“ wurden zehn Kinder im Alter von vier bis sechs Jahren aus einer Berliner Kindertageseinrichtung mit einem hohen Anteil an Familien mit Migrationshintergrund über Fokusgruppen und malbegleitete Gespräche dazu befragt, wie sie mit Verschiedenheit umgehen und welche Ansprüche sie selbst an eine gute Kindertagesbetreuung haben. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, welch eine bedeutende Rolle Partizipation für das Wohlbefinden der Kinder zu haben scheint. Frei zugängliche Spielmöglichkeiten und Materialien für die kreative Gestaltung, Mitbestimmung in der Gestaltung und Nutzung von Räumen sowie ein Tagesablauf, der weitestgehend individuelle Gestaltung zulässt, sind Aspekte, welche die Kinder als für sie bedeutsam beschreiben.


2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevin J. Pugh ◽  
Cassendra M. R. Bergstrom ◽  
Bryden Spencer

2020 ◽  
pp. 46-51
Author(s):  
M. V. Kolmakova

The article considers an innovative form of interaction between an educational organization and parents of students with autism spectrum disorder in inclusive education environment. A site developed by the author is presented, on the basis of which it is planned to implement pedagogical support for parents of students with autism spectrum disorder. The structure and approximate content of such a site are described. Each section of the site corresponds to certain areas of activity within the framework of pedagogical support of parents.


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