In building a more democratic society and an equitable and quality education system, South Africa has embraced the implementation of inclusive education in which the needs of all learners must be accommodated. This move has placed increasing pressure on teachers to adapt their instruction, the curriculum and the classroom environment to increase learner involvement and to minimise the exclusion of those children who experience barriers to learning. Against this backdrop, Learner support in a diverse classroom provides a good balance between the theoretical knowledge needed to understand what takes place when a child learns, and the hands-on provision of assessment and support for the learner. Structured according to the SIAS (Screening - Identification - Assessment - Support) document, which underpins learner support in the South African classroom, this important resource offers both creative solutions and solid foundations to any teacher wishing to bring out the best from all their learners.

A guide for teachers of language and mathematics. Focuses on the different types of learners and their varying needs in the classroom, in a South African context. Aimed at pre-service and in-service teachers. Contents include the following: Theory; inclusive education: the necessity of providing support to all learners; learning; assessment and learner support; English language; learner support through differentiated teaching and learning; perceptual skills. Practice; language and literacy assessment and support; supporting learners in acquiring the skill of mathematician.

It covers a wider spectrum of barriers to learning than Engelbrecht's Inclusive Education in SA. The title covers the content of the Education White Paper 6. It familiarises the educator with the implementation of inclusive education. Each chapter is written by an expert in his or her field.