What is Perspectives

Diversity and inclusion are hot button topics globally, often conjuring up all manner of mixed emotions. The chapter explores the background of D&I through an analysis of the Brown v Board of Education of Topeka case of 1954, a landmark US Supreme Court ruling against racial and ethnic segregation in public schools. This exposed the ills of a non-inclusive society and the impact it presented to those who were marginalized, hence reinforcing the need for promoting diversity and inclusion to ensure more harmony among all types of people. Discussions also aim at understanding D&I in education, while exploring the various needs of students to ensure effective learning. The author also explores the benefits of D&I as well as considerations in teaching diverse learners. The chapter highlights trends touching on D&I such as hair discrimination and the LGBTQ group. Then it concludes with recommendations that all stakeholders may utilize for the purposes of increasing proficiency in D&I education that can be attained through education advancement in relevant programs.