CHALLENGES OF MANAGEMENT IN INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

THE ROLE OF THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AND THE VALORIZATION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS

Abstract

Inclusive education represents one of the greatest challenges in contemporary educational management, requiring public policies capable of ensuring the right to learning and participation for all students. This article analyzes the challenges and perspectives of inclusive management within public education systems, focusing on the role of Education Departments and the appreciation of Special Education professionals. The study adopts a qualitative, bibliographic, and documentary approach, based on authors and legislation addressing the relationship between management, teacher training, and inclusive policies. The results indicate that the consolidation of inclusion depends on the articulation between public policies, pedagogical practices, and democratic management committed to diversity. It is observed that strengthening Education Departments, ensuring continuing professional development, providing technical support, and recognizing teachers’ work are essential conditions for advancing inclusion. The study concludes that the effectiveness of inclusive education requires a sensitive, ethical, and politically engaged management approach, grounded in the appreciation of the individuals who daily construct public education.