International Perspectives on Educational Diversity and Inclusion

Chapter Synopses and Specimen Chapter. Introduction: Education's New Era and the Dynamics of Inclusion and Equality I. Globalization and Multicultural Issues in Education 1. Equality and the Politics of Globalization in Education II. Diversity, Equality and Education in the United States 2. Diversity and Inclusion in the United States: The Dual Structures that Prevent Equality 3. Reconceptualization of Multiculturalism in American Urban Education III. Diversity and Educational Equality in Europe 4. Diversity. Inclusion and Education: The Educational Needs of Children from Severely Disadvantaged Socio-Cultural Groups in Europe 5. Multicultural Education: A European Perspective 6. The Greek Common School System: Bridges and Barriers IV. Diversity and Educational Equality in Britain 7. The Impact of Culture in Creating Differential Learning Styles 8. Achievement and Failure of Disadvantaged Pupils in Britain: Policy Challenges and Initiatives 9. Inclusive Education for Ethic Minorities in Britain V. Diversity and Educational Equality in India 10. The Common Schooling System and Educational Inclusion in India 11. Education for All: The Role of Low Fee Payment Schools in Uttar Pradesh 12. Inclusive Education for Working and Street Children in India 13. Dalit and Religious Minority Group Children: Challenges for Education and Inclusiveness 14. The Disappeared: Educational and Welfare Challenges of Nepalese Girls in Indian Brothels