Aproximações e afastamentos: um estudo sobre as vozes da educação inclusiva em uma escola pública do Recife - PE

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis aims to understand the different perspectives of the school community related to inclusive education. Inclusive education is an approach that seeks to ensure access and participation for all students, regardless of their abilities or individual characteristics, in a common educational environment. However, there is a diversity of opinions, theories, and practices surrounding this topic, resulting in different views and approaches. In this study, discourses and positions related to inclusive education are examined to comprehend the convergences and divergences existing within the various perspectives present in this context. To achieve this, qualitative data was collected through in-person interviews with 11 professionals, including 3 teachers, 3 interns, and 2 janitors. The gathered data was then interpreted and categorized to identify the main points of agreement and disagreement in the field of inclusive education. As a result, the interviews allowed for the exploration of the perceptions and experiences of the interviewees regarding inclusive practices, challenges, and possibilities encountered in this context. The findings from this study reveal that the voices of the school community, particularly regarding inclusive education, are diverse and represent a variety of ideas and conceptions. As such, points of convergence are identified, such as the appreciation of diversity and the recognition of the importance of inclusion. However, there are also divergences related to the challenges faced in implementing inclusive practices, the lack of knowledge about the true concept of inclusive education, and the absence of adequate resources and training.