The functions of the support teacher in the framework of a school for all.

Consequences for training.

Authors

  • Climent Giné Ramon Llull University
  • David Duran Autònoma University of Barcelona

Abstract

The aim of this papers is to contribute to the need of rethinking the role of support teachers in a fraamework of a school for all, whether individually or as a staff member. First of all, it seems necessary to specify what we should understand as inclusive education from the progresso of scientific community and the professional practice. Secondly, considering the current research, suport teacher functions are explored in this new apradigm and demanding educative context. Finally, some key contents are suggested that should be considered in the teacher's 9nitial training and lifelong education.

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Published

2019-07-26

Issue

No. 31 (2011): Winter 2011 ( 1st period)

Section

Educational Psychology and Counselling

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