DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN EDUCATION 2

概要

Education is broadly recognized as a human right. Legislation in many countries is designed to safeguard equal access to, and treatment in, education for all people. In actual practice, however, many different groups of people are denied such access and treatment, and the reasons for such denial are rarely straightforward. In the second semester of this course, we will focus on understanding international and national policy guidance for inclusive education, as well as how inclusive education looks in practice. We will begin by reviewing key concepts from the spring semester and then examining cases of diversity and inclusion (or a lack of it) from educational contexts around the world. We will also learn about how policy shapes practice, and learn about principles of inclusive practices for teaching. Finally, we will learn about inclusive language learning for students with specific learning difficulties. This course will be especially helpful for future language teachers, though it will also have something to offer students interested in education, social justice, or human rights more generally. Anyone who enrolls in this class should attend with an open and accepting attitude to help create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all. The syllabus below is tentative and subject to change based on students’ abilities and interests.

目標

To understand inclusive education policy and be able to recognize and apply inclusive practices in teaching and learning.

授業外の学習

Read scholarly work on the course’s topic, complete weekly learning journals by responding to writing prompts in 300-500 words, and complete a final assignment.

所要時間: 190 minutes