A Rationale for Special Education in Catholic Schools

Authors

  • Thomas J. Long The Catholic University of America
  • Merylann J. Schuttloffel The Catholic University of America

Abstract

Debates about inclusive education for students with special needs challenge Catholic educators to develop a rationale consistent with Catholic theology and Church teaching. Guided by the rationale, arguments are made for the role Catholic schools, seminaries, and Catholic higher education should contribute to realize an inclusive Church. Contemplative practice offers a process for engaging Catholic identity with school practitioner decision making for implementing inclusion. This article posits that the rationale for Catholic special education reflects an authentic understanding of Catholic identity within Catholic learning communities.

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Published

2006-06-01

How to Cite

Long, T. J., & Schuttloffel, M. J. (2006). A Rationale for Special Education in Catholic Schools. Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 9(4). Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/cej/article/view/715

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 4 (2006)

Section

Focus Section

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