What is Social Justice in Education

This chapter looks at inclusive pedagogies and social justice for transforming teaching and learning in South African classrooms. Learners should not be marginalised or be made to feel that they do not belong. Therefore, teachers need to utilize inclusive pedagogies to ensure that learners' individual needs are met. The first section of this chapter defines the concepts of inclusive education and social justice, followed by the contextualisation of inclusive education in South Africa. The section that follows then engages the reader with issues of inclusive education globally. Finally, the chapter concludes with a discussion on instructional strategies that promote inclusive pedagogies and social justice.