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Presentation
Presentation
The course unit Inclusion, Mediation and Differentiation in Educational Contexts addresses key cross-cutting issues in Education Sciences that are particularly relevant in view of the diversity characterising contemporary educational contexts. Its scope encompasses analysis and intervention in educational settings in the areas of inclusion, mediation and differentiation, with particular attention to the practices, relationships and organisational dynamics that shape the conditions for participation and learning. Its inclusion in the Master's degree in Education Sciences is justified by the cross-cutting relevance of these issues across different fields of educational research and intervention. The course unit contributes to advanced education and training grounded in critical analysis and evidence-informed intervention, with a focus on equity, participation, the valuing of diversity and educational improvement.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Master Degree | Semestral | 7
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
1 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULP1651-14486
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
CP1. Foundations of Inclusive Education 1.1. Concepts and principles of inclusive education 1.2. Ethical, philosophical, social and legal foundations of inclusion 1.3. Inclusive schools: equity, participation, belonging and valuing diversity 1.4. Inclusion and interculturality in educational contexts CP2. Mediation in Educational Contexts 2.1. Concepts, models and principles of mediation 2.2. Educational and intercultural mediation 2.3. Prevention and constructive management of conflict 2.4. Mediation, inclusion, participation and democratic coexistence CP3. Socio-educational Intervention in Inclusive Contexts 3.1. Inclusive practices and pedagogical differentiation 3.2. Planning and implementation of mediation projects 3.3. Projects and practices at different levels of school organisation 3.4. Evaluation of mediation and inclusion practices for educational improvement
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Objectives
Objectives
LO1. Analyse the foundations, principles and policies of inclusive education and their implications for developing equitable and intercultural educational contexts. TM: Lectures, reading of scientific texts and discussion. LO2. Analyse models of pedagogical differentiation and mediation and their contribution to inclusion, participation and learning. TM: Lectures, case studies and collaborative work. LO3. Design differentiation strategies and mediation projects suited to different educational contexts. TM: Practical activities, collaborative work and tutorials. LO4. Substantiate intervention and improvement processes in complex educational situations by applying principles of inclusion, mediation and differentiation. TM: Case studies, debate and problem-solving. LO5. Communicate scientific knowledge in a well-founded manner, using appropriate academic language. TM: Individual work, tutorials and presentation/discussion.
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Teaching methodologies
Teaching methodologies
The course unit adopts a theory-practice approach, combining the systematic development of knowledge with active and participatory teaching methods. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of scientific literature, case studies, problem-solving, debate and collaborative work, fostering the application of theoretical frameworks to the analysis of complex educational situations. Innovative approaches to supporting learning include the analysis of authentic situations, the collaborative design of differentiation strategies and mediation projects, peer discussion and formative feedback, fostering critical reflection, evidence-informed decision-making and the integration of knowledge and intervention. Tutorial support promotes the progressive development of autonomous learning. Moodle is used to provide resources, organise activities and support learning.
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References
References
Ainscow, M. (2020). Promoting inclusion and equity in education: Lessons from international experiences. Nordic Journal of Studies in Educational Policy, 6(1), 7-16. Costa e Silva, A. M., & Pinto da Costa, E. (2026). A mediação e a convivência em contextos educativos: Caminhos de encontro e diálogo para o bem-estar e a paz. Configurações, 37, 11-21. Pinto da Costa, E. (2019). Mediação escolar: Da teoria à prática. Edições Académicas Lusófonas. Silva, A., & Pinto da Costa, E. (Eds.). (2022). Mediação intercultural: Formação, ação e reflexão. UMinho Editora. Sharma, U., Loreman, T., & Macanawai, S. (Eds.). (2024). The SAGE handbook of inclusion and diversity in education. SAGE. Torrego, J., & López, C. (Coords.). (2018). Inclusión educativa y aprendizaje cooperativo. Síntesis.
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Assessment
Assessment
Descrição dos instrumentos de avaliação (individuais e de grupo) ¿ testes, trabalhos práticos, relatórios, projetos... respetivas datas de entrega/apresentação... e ponderação na nota final.
Exemplo:
Descrição
Data limite
Ponderação
Teste de avaliação
dd-mm-yyyy
30%
Portfolio
dd-mm-yyyy
40%
(...)
Adicionalmente poderão ser incluídas informações gerais, como por exemplo, referência ao tipo de acompanhamento a prestar ao estudante na realização dos trabalhos; referências bibliográficas e websites úteis; indicações para a redação de trabalho escrito...
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Mobility
Mobility
No
