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What percentage of teachers across Europe have participated in CPD on teaching in multicultural or multilingual settings?
What percentage of teachers across Europe have participated in CPD on teaching in multicultural or multilingual settings?
Which group is specifically mentioned as benefiting from targeted support by educational support staff?
Which group is specifically mentioned as benefiting from targeted support by educational support staff?
What is a key issue regarding schools' capacity to employ educational support staff?
What is a key issue regarding schools' capacity to employ educational support staff?
Which of the following concepts emphasizes fairness and understanding in education?
Which of the following concepts emphasizes fairness and understanding in education?
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Which aspect is NOT included in the notion of diversity as defined in educational contexts?
Which aspect is NOT included in the notion of diversity as defined in educational contexts?
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Which group of learners is highlighted as experiencing the risk of underachievement in schools?
Which group of learners is highlighted as experiencing the risk of underachievement in schools?
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Who is recommended to be available in schools to support educational needs?
Who is recommended to be available in schools to support educational needs?
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What is a significant consequence of the current training situation for teachers regarding inclusion?
What is a significant consequence of the current training situation for teachers regarding inclusion?
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What is the primary focus of the Eurydice report published by EACEA?
What is the primary focus of the Eurydice report published by EACEA?
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Which core value is emphasized as important for European citizens in the foreword?
Which core value is emphasized as important for European citizens in the foreword?
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What are the potential benefits of exposure to diverse perspectives as mentioned in the foreword?
What are the potential benefits of exposure to diverse perspectives as mentioned in the foreword?
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What does the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence permit?
What does the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence permit?
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Who published the Eurydice report on promoting diversity and inclusion?
Who published the Eurydice report on promoting diversity and inclusion?
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Which email address is provided for inquiries related to the Eurydice report?
Which email address is provided for inquiries related to the Eurydice report?
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What is the role of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)?
What is the role of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)?
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What is the main purpose of using disaggregated data in education systems?
What is the main purpose of using disaggregated data in education systems?
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Which group of students is most commonly targeted by strategic policy frameworks for inclusion?
Which group of students is most commonly targeted by strategic policy frameworks for inclusion?
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What does the inclusion of diverse perspectives in schools primarily cultivate?
What does the inclusion of diverse perspectives in schools primarily cultivate?
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Which of the following is less frequently addressed in the promotion of diversity and inclusion?
Which of the following is less frequently addressed in the promotion of diversity and inclusion?
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What is one of the global aims of existing policy frameworks in European education systems?
What is one of the global aims of existing policy frameworks in European education systems?
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How do education systems generally address discrimination?
How do education systems generally address discrimination?
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What has driven many recent policy frameworks in education systems?
What has driven many recent policy frameworks in education systems?
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Which group is reported as having the least focus in strategic policy frameworks?
Which group is reported as having the least focus in strategic policy frameworks?
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What is a reported outcome of implementing targeted strategic policies in education?
What is a reported outcome of implementing targeted strategic policies in education?
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What is indicated as a key factor contributing to the lower educational attainment of Roma women compared to Roma men?
What is indicated as a key factor contributing to the lower educational attainment of Roma women compared to Roma men?
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Which of the following statements is true about Roma women's educational experiences?
Which of the following statements is true about Roma women's educational experiences?
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What percentage of students with disabilities leave school early compared to those without disabilities?
What percentage of students with disabilities leave school early compared to those without disabilities?
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What does the PISA testing potentially exclude that could impact its results?
What does the PISA testing potentially exclude that could impact its results?
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Which group is highlighted as facing multifaceted discrimination alongside Roma people?
Which group is highlighted as facing multifaceted discrimination alongside Roma people?
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In what way can prejudice and stereotypes impact education for Roma women?
In what way can prejudice and stereotypes impact education for Roma women?
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What is a characteristic of schools that can affect students with disabilities?
What is a characteristic of schools that can affect students with disabilities?
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How does the situation of Roma women compare to that of Roma men in the areas of employment and health?
How does the situation of Roma women compare to that of Roma men in the areas of employment and health?
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What does the data regarding discrimination in schools aim to address?
What does the data regarding discrimination in schools aim to address?
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Which of the following grounds was reported as a cause of discrimination in Turkey?
Which of the following grounds was reported as a cause of discrimination in Turkey?
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What is a reported challenge faced by education systems in monitoring discrimination cases?
What is a reported challenge faced by education systems in monitoring discrimination cases?
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How can cases of discrimination in schools affect education policies?
How can cases of discrimination in schools affect education policies?
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What does 'the tip of the iceberg' refer to in the context of discrimination cases in schools?
What does 'the tip of the iceberg' refer to in the context of discrimination cases in schools?
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Which of the following identified groups is indicated as potentially experiencing discrimination in schools?
Which of the following identified groups is indicated as potentially experiencing discrimination in schools?
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According to the data on discrimination, what do education systems in Europe utilize to report discrimination cases?
According to the data on discrimination, what do education systems in Europe utilize to report discrimination cases?
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What is indicated by the education systems that reported no access to comprehensive data on discrimination?
What is indicated by the education systems that reported no access to comprehensive data on discrimination?
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Study Notes
Inclusive Education in Europe
- The European Commission recognizes the importance of equality, equity, and inclusion within the European educational framework.
- European schools are witnessing increasing diversity, highlighting the presence of disadvantaged learners disproportionately underachieving at school.
- UNESCO defines diversity based on differences in characteristics like sex, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, language, culture, religion, and physical abilities.
- One in five teachers across Europe have participated in professional development programs focusing on teaching in multicultural and multilingual environments.
- A significant proportion of teachers express concern regarding the lack of adequate training in managing inclusive classrooms.
- Education support staff, including teachers' assistants, psychologists, speech therapists, special needs specialists, and social workers, are recommended or even required within most European education systems.
- Educational support staff are crucial in providing general support to all learners as well as targeted assistance to students with special needs, language learning challenges (including Ukrainian refugee learners), and Roma students.
- Insufficient funding presents a challenge, as schools might struggle to employ the necessary educational support staff.
- Disaggregated data is commonly used for policy development and evaluation to understand the impact of measures on specific learner groups.
- European education systems report collaboration with national equality bodies to address discrimination in school education.
- This collaboration aims to improve policy development, offer support to schools in promoting diversity and inclusion, foster educational equality, and prevent discrimination.
Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Policies in European Schools
- All European education systems have overarching policy frameworks, many introduced in recent years, often aligning with related EU initiatives, promoting inclusive education, equal access, and learner support.
- A significant number of education systems report policy frameworks aimed at preventing discrimination, promoting equal opportunity, and enhancing student learning outcomes.
- Targeted policy frameworks focusing on Roma students, followed by those focusing on students with disabilities, are widely reported.
- Promoting gender equality, combating antisemitism, and addressing discrimination against LGBTIQ+ students are mentioned less frequently in these policy frameworks.
Discrimination Experienced by Learners
- The main grounds for discrimination in schools, as reported by European education systems, include:
- Ethnic Origin: Discrimination rooted in ethnic origin is frequently mentioned, especially when it involves Roma students.
- Disability: Discrimination based on disability is commonly reported, with inadequate resources and lack of knowledge among teachers hindering their ability to support students with disabilities.
- Language/Linguistic Background: Learners struggling with the language of schooling, including refugees, are vulnerable to discrimination.
- Social Background and Poverty: Learners from economically disadvantaged backgrounds are often subject to discrimination.
- Gender: Discrimination based on a student's gender, particularly impacting women, is reported in various countries.
- Religion: Religious discrimination cases are reported in several European countries.
- LGBTQ+ Status: Discrimination based on LGBTQ+ status is mentioned, although less frequently than other categories.
- Cultural Background: Discrimination potentially stems from a student's cultural background, including specific cultural features.
- Political Orientation: Discrimination based on political affiliation is reported by Türkiye.
Data Challenges and Limitations
- More than half of European education systems acknowledge a lack of comprehensive data on the grounds of discrimination at school.
- This challenge can be attributed to underreporting and limited resources for collecting accurate data.
- Regardless of data gaps, numerous education systems possess information about specific grounds for discrimination experienced by students.
Focus on Roma Learners
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Roma Learners face multifaceted discrimination.
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Educational attainment for Roma women is significantly lower compared to Roma men, due to culturally ascribed roles, prejudice, stereotypes, and segregation in education, particularly in rural areas.
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European education systems are often limited in their ability to collect comprehensive data on the grounds of discrimination, highlighting the need for improved data collection and analysis to address these important issues.
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Explore the concepts of equality, equity, and inclusion in European education systems. This quiz highlights the role of diversity, challenges faced by educators, and the importance of professional development in managing inclusive classrooms. Test your knowledge about the legislation and support structures in place for disadvantaged learners.
