Every child is different - and yet our schools have a 'one size fits all' curriculum that everyone must follow. 'Inclusion' is the buzzword - but is this ideal really possible? Solutions are needed, and this book provides them.

This book considers how such key skills emerge from the interaction of physical, mental, emotional and social development, and suggests initiatives such as 'The Critical Skills Programme' and the 'Communication Opportunity Group Scheme' to give students from every background more chances to talk, think, express feelings and share views. A comprehensive overview of common learning difficulties and medical conditions in children is also provided - including characteristics of each condition, classroom organization tips, and contact details of relevant support groups - with the aim of helping educators further develop their management of individuals and diverse groups. If you have an interest in making education work - whether you are a teacher, teaching assistant, school counsellor, social worker, therapist, psychologist or other educator - 'A World of Difference' is for you.

Acknowledgements
Contents
Introduction
Chapter One: What is difference?
Chapter Two: What are personality and intelligence differences?
Chapter Three: What are social class, gender and race differences?
Chapter Four: What are disabilities and learning difficulties?
Chapter Five: What key skills support learning?
Chapter Six: What approaches support inclusion?
Appendix 1: Approaches to develop communication and learning
Appendix 2: Information processing quiz
Appendix 3: Solution to Miller's puzzle
Appendix 4: Common learning difficulties and medical conditions in children
Appendix 5: Organizing learning: a brief history
References
Index