Towards A New Era: A Review of Policy Documents

Authors

  • Marina Hughes

Keywords:

Policy, Provision, Special Education, Inclusive Learning Environment, SEN, Special Educational Needs, Integration, Inclusive Education

Abstract

In the past decade, there have been significant changes in the area of special education, particularly in policy and provision. Careful consideration of past policies and developments should help to shape a more positive and inclusive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs in Irish schools.

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2000-12-01

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Hughes, M. (2000). Towards A New Era: A Review of Policy Documents. REACH: Journal of Inclusive Education in Ireland, 13(2), 66–76. Retrieved from https://reachjournal.ie/index.php/reach/article/view/192

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Vol. 13 No. 2 (2000)

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