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@article{183750,
        author = {Ankita Singh and Saurav Suyal},
        title = {Teachers’ Attitudes, Training, and Practices in Fostering Inclusive Classrooms},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {3},
        pages = {2960-2962},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=183750},
        abstract = {Reforming inclusive classrooms significantly depends on teacher perceptions, official training, and classroom methodologies, but the connections between these elements are still not well understood. This research explores the interplay between teacher beliefs, professional development, and institutional support regarding self-efficacy and their impact on the execution of inclusive teaching practices. Early childhood educators might hold favourable opinions regarding inclusive practices, but are these practices actually applied in their classrooms? This research analysed the attitudes of preservice and in-service teachers regarding inclusive practices as demonstrated in the behaviours of the teachers. This qualitative research employed open-ended preliminary interviews, observations with subsequent interviews, and field notes from the observer, which were examined through content analysis to identify emerging themes from the various data sources. The findings indicate that teachers’ perceptions of inclusion seem to be shaped by their past experiences in inclusive settings, and that the educators adopted inclusive strategies by engaging all students in classroom activities, including those with disabilities. Although the educators applied inclusive strategies, they noted that adequate preservice training, administrative support, and assistance from resource personnel are crucial for creating an effective inclusive atmosphere. Implications are explored for teacher education programs in preparing preservice professionals to assist children with disabilities and offering suitable practicum experiences in inclusive settings.},
        keywords = {Inclusive Education, Teacher attitudes Inclusive classroom, Attitude, Equity Teacher Self Efficacy; Pre Service & In Service Training; Inclusive Instructional Practices; Differentiated Instruction; Co Teaching Models; Universal Design for Learning (UDL); School Climate & Policy Support; Teacher Beliefs & Confidence.},
        month = {August},
        }