Making science inclusive: providing effective learning opportunities for children with learning difficulties

In our lead article Derek Bell, Chief Executive of the Association for Science Education and writing here in a personal capacity, discusses the special contribution science makes for all children in developing their understanding of the world around them. Derek uses evidence from research findings and practical experience to demonstrate how learning opportunities can be developed to ensure that children with learning difficulties also benefit from their science lessons. As a previous contributor to Support for Learning , we welcome him back.