Full Description
Wellbeing is the term currently used to describe feelings and functioning of both the individual and society. Positive emotions such as contentment and happiness are often used when discussing wellbeing. It is, nonetheless, a much broader concept, particularly when considering the amount of control a person has over elements of their life and lifestyle, a sense of purpose, and the development of positive relationships. With increasing pressures felt by members of many societies, wellbeing and life satisfaction has become an important consideration in policies of many countries. Wellbeing for Inclusive Schools and an Inclusive Society explores wellbeing from a variety of international and philosophical contexts.
This book brings together experts in wellbeing from a variety of perspectives including historical, philosophical, medical, and social, marginalised persons, technology, and teachers. Each author brings a unique viewpoint on wellbeing, why it needs to be considered and how it can be addressed within a particular inclusive context at societal and school levels. The final chapter argues for the necessary actions for promoting wellbeing to develop harmonious and inclusive schools and society in an increasingly diverse and challenging global world.
Wellbeing for Inclusive Schools and an Inclusive Society is essential reading for all those involved in wellbeing and educational fields.
Contents
Chapter 1. Reconceptualising Wellbeing: From Individual Flourishing to Collective Thriving; Narelle Lemon
Chapter 2. Beyond Individual Happiness: Understanding the Role of 'Social' in Health and Wellbeing; K. Viswanath and Zichao Li
Chapter 3. Social and Emotional Wellbeing for Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Classrooms; Dianne Chambers
Chapter 4. Technology and Wellbeing; Toshiyuki Yasui
Chapter 5. Wellbeing and Education Welfare as a Process of an Inclusive Society; Yaka Matsuda
Chapter 6. Culture and Wellbeing: Enhancing Student Wellbeing in Inclusive School Settings; Nurul Hidayati Rofiah
Chapter 7. Wellbeing and Adolescents; Wanying Zhou
Chapter 8. Building Wellbeing Literacy through Character Strengths: A Proactive Approach to Teacher Preparation; Narelle Lemon, Carli Sanbrook, Marnie Harris, Bev Adkin, Gail Berman, Rozita Dass, Tammy Green, and Rikki James
Chapter 9. Student Happiness and Subjective Wellbeing in Bhutan: A Case from a Government School in Thimphu, Bhutan; Riho Sakurai and Nyendo
Chapter 10. Wellbeing of Sri Lankan Women with Disabilities; Hiroko Furuta
Chapter 11. Nurturing the Wellbeing of Second Language Learners: Insights from a High School English Language Club; Jennifer Sheokarah
Chapter 12. Indigenous Games and Their Role in Promoting Child Wellbeing in the African Context; Mariette Koen
Chapter 13. Wellbeing and Social Inclusion of Secondary Students with ADHD; Dinoshi Keiper, Dianne Chambers, and Boris Handal
Chapter 14. Future Perspectives on Wellbeing; Norimune Kawai
