Inclusive Education: Practices and Challenges in Schools

Abstract

The study explores the theme of inclusive education, addressing the practices and challenges that schools
face in creating welcoming environments for all students, regardless of their conditions. Inclusive
education proposes that institutions adapt their spaces and practices to accommodate students with
different abilities and learning styles, valuing diversity as a collective resource. However, this
implementation faces considerable challenges, such as the need for specialized training for educators
and the lack of adequate infrastructure and resources. Teacher training stands out as a critical point, as
many professionals still do not have the necessary preparation to adapt their practices to a context of
diversity. The lack of assistive technologies and adapted spaces also limits the full satisfaction of the
needs of students with disabilities. The article highlights the importance of government support and the
mobilization of the school community to transform inclusion into concrete practice and not just a distant
idea. Despite the difficulties, inclusive practices, such as active methodologies and family involvement,
show positive results, contributing to a school culture of respect and cooperation. The study's conclusion
highlights that, although challenging, inclusive education is essential to educate more aware and
empathetic citizens, promoting a fair and egalitarian society. The methodology was based on
bibliographic research on platforms such as SciELO and Google Scholar, revealing the urgent need for
institutions to reinvent themselves to meet the needs of student diversity.