Education and Disability in the Global South brings together new and established researchers from a variety of disciplines to explore the complexities and dilemmas encountered in providing education to children and young people with disabilities in countries in South Asia and Africa.
Applying a range of methodological, theoretical and conceptual frameworks across different levels of education systems, from pre-school to higher education, the contributors examine not just the barriers but also the opportunities within the educational systems, in order to make strong policy recommendations.
Together, the chapters offer a comprehensive overview of a range of issues, including a nuanced appreciation of the tensions between the local and global in relation to key developments in the field, critiquing a globalized notion of inclusive education, as well as proposing new methodological advancements in taking the research agenda forward. Empirical insights are captured not just from the perspectives of educators but also through engaging with children and young people with disabilities, who are uniquely powerful in providing insights for future developments.
This book explores the debating policies, the diverse range of stakeholders' cross-cultural perspectives and practices of inclusive education through various contextual and geographical groundings. It reflects a research-based practical set of tools, ideas of global diversity and inclusion and strategies for intervention that contribute to the advancement of knowledge. The volume is an invaluable reference for policy makers, practitioners, academics, researchers and students.