The document discusses issues around inclusion of students with disabilities in initial teacher education (ITE) programs in Scotland. It notes that universities have varying levels of expertise in supporting students with disabilities and there is sometimes a lack of communication between universities and partner schools about students' needs. It also found problems with disclosure of disabilities, risk assessments, funding support assistants, and attitudes. Stakeholders agree it is important to promote ITE programs to applicants with disabilities and provide clearer guidance around reasonable adjustments and notifying schools of students' needs.

1. Scottish Teacher Education Committee Inclusion Conference University of Dundee 27 April 2009 What can teacher education itself do to encourage inclusion? Tom Hamilton Director of Educational Policy