Inclusive Education: Ensuring Access for All Students
Keywords:
Inclusive Education, Equal Access, Student Diversity, Educational EquityAbstract
Inclusive education is a critical framework for ensuring that all students, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, or socio-economic status, have access to quality education. This paper explores the importance of inclusive education, focusing on strategies to integrate students with disabilities, learning challenges, and other marginalized groups. It highlights the challenges faced by both students and educators in implementing inclusive practices and offers solutions for fostering a more inclusive and equitable educational system.
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