Cultural Inclusion for Young People with SEND : Practical Strategies for Meaningful Inclusion in Arts and Culture

This practical book offers a multifaceted view of cultural inclusion from the perspective of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). It provides a road map for teachers to ensure increased participation in arts and culture for children and young people with SEND, defining a series of characteristics for good practice. Chapters explore spaces as diverse as galleries, museums, theatres and performance venues and include a variety of case studies, highlighting the experiences of young people and the organisations who partner with schools. Cultural Inclusion for Young People with SEND offers a compelling call to action and is an essential resource for those who have the power to improve and support the development of future provision for children with SEND. "This practical book offers a multifaceted view of cultural inclusion from the perspective of special educational needs and disabilities. It provides a road map for teachers to ensure increased participation in arts and culture for children and young people with SEND, defining a series of characteristics for good practice. Chapters explore spaces as diverse as galleries, museums, theatres and performance venues, and include a variety of case studies, highlighting the experiences of young people and the organisations who partner with schools. Cultural Inclusion for Young People with SEND offers a compelling call to action and is an essential resource for those who have the power to improve and support the development of future provision for children with SEND"-- Provided by publisher Cover Endorsements Half Title Series Title Copyright Contents Acknowledgements Foreword 1 Introduction 2 What does inclusion look like? 3 Shaping a culturally inclusive curriculum 4 Policy and strategy – implications for cultural inclusion – know your rights! 5 Cultural inclusion – a family’s perspective 6 Producers of art and culture: disabled-focused and disabled-led organisations 7 Cultural inclusion – a historical perspective 8 Anti-ableist pedagogy in arts and culture 9 Contemporary art practice and inclusive art practice 10 Cultural inclusion – developing meaningful partnerships between schools and cultural organisations 11 Heritage settings and inclusion; school’s partnerships 12 Relaxed performances and venues 13 Where next in art, culture, and inclusion? Glossary Index