This webinar explores the importance of collaboration in education. EASNIE introduces Dr Kathleen Mortier, consultant for EASNIE, who explores collaborative practices at the individual and classroom level, highlighting the shift from expert models to partnership-based approaches in inclusive education. Ms Mieke Miere from Catholic Education Flanders discusses the legislative frameworks and collaborative structures that support inclusive schools, showcasing key developments that promote equal access. Finally, Ms Bodil Hafsås, Policy Director at Norway’s Ministry of Education and Research, highlights cross-sectoral collaboration among ministries, focusing on strategies to address the diverse needs of learners.
This session is part of the project 'Combatting Disparities in Access to Inclusive Education' in Italy, Portugal, and Spain, funded by the European Union through the Technical Support Instrument (TSI) and carried out by the European Agency for Special Needs and Inclusive Education (EASNIE) in co-operation with the European Commission’s Reform and Investment Task Force (SG REFORM).
The full webinar is available below. The individual presentations are available to watch on EASNIE’s YouTube channel:
- Dr Kathleen Mortier: Collaborative working and thinking at the individual and classroom level
- Mieke Miere: The power of collaborative thinking in inclusive education systems
- Bodil Hafsås: Cross-sectoral collaboration in Norwegian ministries
Find out more about EASNIE’s work through the TSI on our website.