New Podcast Episode: Inclusion Reimagined With Dr. Ann-Katrin Swärd What does inclusion mean in the context of growing segregation in Swedish schools? And what role do special needs teachers (speciallärare) and special pedagogues (specialpedagoger) play in shaping truly equitable education? In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Ann-Katrin Svärd shares insights from her experience as a teacher, researcher, and university educator. We discuss: ✅ The educational path and distinct roles of special educators ✅ The challenges of today’s classrooms—from underqualified teachers to system gaps ✅ The critical link between universities and schools in teacher preparation ✅ Lessons from other countries on supporting students with special needs ✅ Her reflections on Positive Special Education—a call to shift from deficits to potential 🎧 A must-listen for educators, leaders, researchers, and anyone committed to inclusion, equity, and systemic change in education. Have a great rest of the week and BE KIND / Liisa Also available on SPOTIFY