Creating an inclusive environment in school

Abstract

Inclusive education is a new approach to the education of children with disabilities and learning difficulties with the normal one within the same roof. It brings together all students in a classroom and community, regardless of their strengths or weaknesses in any area, and seeks to maximize the potential of all students. It is one of the most effective ways to promote an inclusive society. About eighty percent of the Indian population lives in rural areas with no special school facilities. It means there are approximately 8 million out-of-school children in India (MHRD 2009 statistics), many of whom are marginalized by dimensions such as poverty, gender, disability and caste. What are the needs and challenges today to achieve the goal of inclusive education? How will an inclusive school environment meet the needs of children with disabilities? How can quality education be provided to all children effectively and efficiently? Therefore, an inclusive environment in schools must meet the needs of all children in all communities and central and state governments must manage inclusive classes. With these questions in mind, this article discusses in detail the reasons for creating an inclusive school environment, tips for creating an inclusive school environment, and ways for teachers to create an inclusive school environment.