Resumo

BALONGO GONZALEZ, Elena  e  MERIDA SERRANO, Rosario. Classroom climate in project-based work. Creating learning environments that include child diversity. Perfiles educativos [online]. 2016, vol.38, n.152, pp.146-162. ISSN 0185-2698.

This article presents the main results of an investigation conducted in a public school in the town of Cordoba (Spain). Analysis was conducted on the potential of climate in a child education classroom where project-based work was carried out to include student diversity. Data collection was conducted over a three-month period from a qualitative approach using participant observation and semi-structured interviews. Results demonstrated the level of inclusion achieved from the use of student-based research. This study concretely shows how to elevate inclusion of students due to: 1) peer support; 2) increased motivation; 3) strong emotional implications; 4) personalized attention; and 5) the relation between learners and teachers.

Palavras-chave : Inclusive education; Special education needs; Project-based work; Child education; Diversity; Classroom climate.