Confronting Obstacles to Inclusion International Responses to Developing Inclusive Education

"I can foresee students valuing the blend of theory and practice since for some students there is a tension between the pursuit of an academic course and their desire for practical strategies and examples." - Sue Pearson, University of Sheffield

"Few books take such a diverse perspective. There is a move to look beyond the traditional sources of information and experience in the field of special education." - David Mc Keon, Lecturer in Education, Church of Ireland College of Education

"One of the strengths of this publication is its attempt to examine inclusion from a number of perspectives including that of students with special educational needs (SEN) where student 'agency' is equated with developing inclusive learning environments...Of particular interest is the emphasis placed on developing teachers' attitudes towards inclusion above delivering information relating solely to special needs." - Deirdre Walshe, REACH Jounral of Special Needs Education in Ireland

Richard Rose is Director of the Centre for Education and Research at the University of Northampton, UK.