Theories of Inclusive Education: A Student's Guide

Peter Clough,Jenny Corbett, Jenny Corbett

ISBN 10: 0761969411 / ISBN 13: 9780761969419

Published by Sage Publications Ltd, 2001

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Theories of Inclusive Education: A Student's Guide
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0761969411
• ISBN 13: 9780761969419
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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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

About the Author

Peter Clough is Honorary Professor of Education at the University of Sheffield. Peter taught English and Drama, in the 1970s, in London and later in a number of special schools. His research interests include the use of narrative and fictional writing in research and research report. Peter has taught Inclusive Education and Early Childhood Education at the University of Sheffield, has been Professor of Inclusive Education at Queen’s Belfast and at Liverpool Hope, and Research Fellow at the University of Chester. Peter is an Honorary Professor at the School of  Education, University of Sheffield, where he teaches Masters and Doctoral students.  Amongst over 50 publications focusing on equality, inclusion difference, and teachers’ lives are several books published with Sage.