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  • Essay / The Importance of Inclusion in Schools - 1438

    This will lead us, as communicators, to collaborate with students, parents, teachers and the community Cologon, (2014). According to Grima-Farrell, Bain, and McDonagh (2011, p. 118), the term inclusive is controversial and challenges educational systems and educators. This causes all stakeholders to examine the reality of what we need to adopt in the 21st century going forward. Grima-Farrell, Bain and McDonagh (2011). Loreman (2007) argues that the majority of educators understand inclusion, but they choose to be politically pragmatic and practice whatever they engage in; “Inclusive or not” (p43). Shaddock (2006) identified that inclusive practices in Australia were hampered by lack of time, difficulty in individualizing within a group, lack of academic support, and inadequate training and resources. Shaddock