The Inclusive Approach to Teaching and Learning English as a Foreign Language

Abstrakt

This paper explores the principles, practices, and challenges of inclusive education in the context of teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL). It emphasizes the importance of integrating students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) into mainstream classrooms, advocating for individualized and differentiated instruction, culturally responsive teaching, and the use of adaptive technologies. A comparative analysis of inclusive versus dedicated SEN classrooms, based on a survey of Polish primary school teachers, reveals that inclusive settings promote greater student engagement, social interaction, and academic progress. The findings support the conclusion that inclusive EFL education not only enhances language acquisition but also nurtures a sense of belonging and social development among diverse learners.