Developing inclusive education systems: what are the levers for change?

Ainscow, M. (2005) Developing inclusive education systems: what are the levers for change? Journal of Educational Change, 6(2), pp. 109-124. (doi: 10.1007/s10833-005-1298-4)

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Abstract

This paper argues that inclusion is the major challenge facing educational systems around the world. Reflecting on evidence from a programme of research carried out over the last 10 years, it provides a framework for determining levers that can help to ease systems in a more inclusive direction. The focus is on factors within schools that influence the development of thinking and practice, as well as wider contextual factors that may constrain such developments. It is argued that many of the barriers experienced by learners arise from existing ways of thinking. Consequently, strategies for developing inclusive practices have to involve interruptions to thinking in order to encourage an exploration of overlooked possibilities for moving practice forward.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Ainscow, Professor Mel
Authors: Ainscow, M.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education
Journal Name:Journal of Educational Change
Publisher:Springer
ISSN:1389-2843
ISSN (Online):1573-1812

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