Strategies in teacher training to promote educational inclusion: a systematic review

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https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-886

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inclusive education, Teacher Training, educational strategies, assistive technologies, collaborative work, curriculum adaptation, inclusive practices, educational policies

Abstract

Introduction: Teacher training is crucial for inclusive education, as educators must be prepared for diverse classrooms. Methodology: This article examines theoretical work on teacher training for inclusion. A search was conducted in databases such as WOS, Scopus, ERIC, and Scielo, between 2015 and 2024, all peer-reviewed. Combinations of keywords such as "Educational inclusion," "Teacher training," and "Educational strategies" were used. Results: The most effective strategies integrate inclusion throughout teacher training, rather than as an additional component. Highlighted strategies include the use of assistive technologies, collaborative work, and curriculum adaptation. Current evaluations of inclusive education lack a long-term impact analysis due to institutional barriers. Diverse environments require a comprehensive approach. Challenges arise from resource insufficiency and institutional resistance. Effective inclusive education requires the alignment of policies, administration, and teaching practices. It is important to continue research and design curricula that incorporate inclusion in teacher training. Inadequate training leads to educational inequalities.

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María Del Carmen Emilia Ancaya Martínez, Cesar Vallejo University

DBA and MBA, Bachelor of Science with a major in Applied Mathematics from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Collegiate and graduate. Specialist in matters of Follow-up and Monitoring of Management and University Teaching Activities, Advisor in Public Sector entities, Statistical Advisor, University Professor.

Charito De Jesús Távara-Sabalú, Pontifical Catholic University of Peru

Undergraduate and postgraduate university teacher, thesis advisor at the Faculty of Education at PUCP; Researcher and head of the incoming and outgoing mobility working group of the Delfín Program; Expert pedagogical advisor for Dide.org Spain (2023) dide.org; Active member of Ritie: Inclusive Technologies and Education Network Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Sur de México from 2018 to date; Founding member of REDIC: International Network of Online and Open Distance Education National University of Costa Rica from 2018 to date; Pedagogical Consultant in Inclusive Education at the Ann Sullivan Center of Peru; Coordinator of Inclusive Education and Attention to Diversity at the I.E. JORGE CHÁVEZ D.”

Anwar Julio Yarin Achachagua, National Agrarian University

Doctor in Environmental Engineering and Doctor in Educational Sciences, and Candidate for Doctor in Industrial Engineering, MBA in General Management and Master in Maintenance Management. Likewise, he has Second Profession studies in Operations Research, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and a Bachelor's Degree in Education. I have followed ESAN, ADEX, TECSUP specialization courses. Patent specialist, Top 10 INVENTORS OF PERU. University teacher.

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2024-10-08

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Ancaya Martínez, M. D. C. E., Távara-Sabalú, C. D. J., & Yarin Achachagua, A. J. (2024). Strategies in teacher training to promote educational inclusion: a systematic review. European Public & Social Innovation Review, 9, 1–18. https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-886

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