TEACH THE WAY THEY LEARN

The interpretation and realization of inclusive education in international law By Carly Mara Toepke Education is interwoven into the fabric of society and culture. Not only is education a fundamental human right in itself, but it also enhances all other human rights. As such, it takes an elevated place in the human rights regime. Unfortunately, current practice shows that this right is not equally realized for every learner, especially learners with disabilities. The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities offers a solution for this divergence. This Convention interprets the right to education as being a right to inclusive education. An inclusive education is one that promotes social cohesion, belonging, and participation for every learner. There is no equality in education or education for all, as required by law, without inclusive education. This book aims to fill the gap between the theory and the practical, legal implementation of inclusive education. It looks at the