The Need to Develop Inclusive Education in China: a Literature Review

Abstract

Purpose: The discourse around inclusive education has garnered significant attention within the global education industry. The educational landscape for children with disabilities has undergone a transformation, transitioning from the practise of segregating them in inclusive education to embracing their inclusion within general education schools and classrooms .By reviewing the development of inclusive education as well as the development of China's education system and inclusive education, this study finds the problems of inclusive education in China and the necessity of developing inclusive education in China.   Theoretical framework: Inclusive education is designed in a number of areas such as the improvement of the educational system, educational management, teacher performance, and teacher identity. Therefore, this study will also be related to human capital theory, identity theory, and SLR theory.   Design/Methodology/Approach: The research methodology was divided into three stages.The first step was to collect and review existing literature and studies. Secondly. The literature was categorised and reviewed separately. The third step is to analyse and draw conclusions. This stage includes a detailed description of the research questions and the conclusions drawn.   Findings: Inclusive education is a global concern, as it is in China. Although China's education system has made significant progress in recent decades, the development of inclusive education remains imperfect, and the Chinese government still needs to formulate policies to promote inclusive education.   Research, practical & social implications: This study focuses entirely on analyzing the development of inclusive education in China while filling a gap in the systematic review of inclusive education in China. As China's education system continues to improve, it is crucial to study the development of inclusive education in China. Addressing this issue will help China build a more complete education system.   Originality/Value: The results of this study are expected to serve as a reference for Chinese scholars studying inclusive education. In response to the results of this paper, the follow-up effects include further research based on this. In particular, the issue of educational management of inclusive education is also an area where this study may have an impact. This study is also expected to become formalised discussion material for the field of university, and in particular, educational management research.