Geography Teaching and the barriers in School Inclusion ; La enseñanza de la Geografía y las barreras en la inclusión escolar ; Ensino de Geografia e as barreiras na inclusão escolar

Context: Access to education is a right for all, protected by laws that ensure enrollment in regular schools. Despite significant progress, numerous barriers hinder individuals with disabilities (PWD) and special educational needs (SEN) from having equitable opportunities in their learning process. Geography is crucial in this discussion, as it enables students to recognize themselves as citizens who contribute and engage with the space around them, understanding local phenomena through key concepts. Methodology: The research takes a qualitative approach, involving the observation of school dynamics, literature review, and field research, including interviews with a Geography teacher and a specialized educational assistance (SEA) teacher. Considerations: This research aims to investigate the existing barriers that hinder the effective implementation of inclusive education for students with disabilities in an 8th-grade class at a public school in Assú, RN. It seeks to comprehend how the teaching and learning of Geography occur for these students and analyze the importance of inclusive practices in breaking down these barriers. We have observed that numerous obstacles still prevent the full realization of inclusive education. It requires more than physically and architecturally adapted schools; it demands an investment in people. The entire school community, including directors, coordinators, teachers, students, and staff, must fulfill their roles as citizens who respect differences and individual uniqueness. ; Contexto: El acceso a la educación es un derecho para todos, protegido por leyes que garantizan la matriculación en escuelas regulares. A pesar de los avances significativos, numerosas barreras impiden que las personas con discapacidades (PCD) y necesidades educativas especiales (NEE) tengan oportunidades equitativas en su proceso de aprendizaje. La Geografía es fundamental en esta discusión, ya que permite a los estudiantes reconocerse como ciudadanos que contribuyen y participan en el espacio que les ...