SPECIAL EDUCATION AND TEACHER TRAINING: A NECESSARY APPROACH FOR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL INCLUSION

Abstract

This article addresses the importance of Special Education in the current context, underlining the need for teacher training aimed at the effectiveness of school inclusion. It understands that Special Education is fundamental to ensure the right of all children to education, focusing on students with disabilities, global developmental disorders, and high abilities or giftedness. The text shows that, from the 1990s onwards, with the advancement of public policies in Brazil, inclusion has been strengthened as an inalienable human right. The central discussion revolves around teacher training, seen as a critical pillar for the success of inclusive education. The survey highlights that many teachers lack adequate preparation to deal with diversity in the classroom, due to gaps in both initial and continuing education. The article suggests that training should transcend the mere transmission of knowledge, promoting inclusive attitudes and differentiated pedagogical strategies, supported by legal and normative frameworks. Through a bibliographic research, the study analyzes the main theoretical references and highlights effective practices in the preparation of teachers, aiming to contribute significantly to a quality inclusive education.