inclusion
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inclusion
The equal participation of all people in social life, especially people with disabilities or other disadvantages. The concept emphasizes adapting structures so that everyone can participate.
Die Inklusion von Kindern mit Behinderung in Regelschulen ist ein wichtiges gesellschaftliches Ziel.
The inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream schools is an important social goal.
inclusion
In science and technology, the enclosure of one substance or body within another. For example, a mineral enclosed within another rock.
Die Inklusion von Gasblasen im Bernstein gibt Aufschluss über die urzeitliche Atmosphäre.
The inclusion of gas bubbles in amber provides information about the prehistoric atmosphere.
The word comes from the Latin 'inclusio', meaning 'Einschluss' (enclosure/inclusion). It consists of the parts 'in-' (into) and '-klusio' (closing). This literal meaning helps you understand both uses of the word.
Das Museum fördert die Inklusion durch barrierefreie Zugänge.
The museum promotes inclusion through barrier-free access.
Social inclusion is often expressed with a fixed structure: 'die Inklusion von [Personengruppe] in [gesellschaftlicher Bereich]' (the inclusion of [group of people] in [area of society]).
Wir diskutieren über die Inklusion von geflüchteten Menschen in den Arbeitsmarkt.
We are discussing the inclusion of refugees in the labor market.
In a social context, 'Inklusion' (inclusion) is often combined with verbs such as 'fördern' (to promote), 'fordern' (to demand), or 'umsetzen' (to implement). The phrase 'gelungene Inklusion' (successful inclusion) is also very common.
Viele Organisationen fordern mehr Anstrengungen für eine gelungene Inklusion.
Many organizations are calling for more efforts toward successful inclusion.
This word is mainly used in formal, official, and academic contexts, for example in politics, sociology, or education.
Der Fachartikel beschreibt verschiedene Modelle der Inklusion im Bildungssystem.
The academic article describes different models of inclusion in the education system.
You can recognize this scientific meaning from the context. If rocks, minerals, amber, or other materials are being discussed, it refers to an 'Einschluss' (inclusion/enclosure) and not to social participation.
Die Untersuchung der Inklusion in dem Diamanten gab Hinweise auf sein Alter.
The examination of the inclusion in the diamond gave clues about its age.
integration
Integration and Inklusion both describe people's equal participation in society. With Integration, people are more likely to be included in existing structures, whereas Inklusion adapts the structures to different people from the outset. Use “Inklusion” when this adaptation is the main focus.
Die Inklusion aller Kinder gelingt durch eine Schule, die ihre Räume und Angebote anpasst.
Including all children works when a school adapts its spaces and services to their needs.
Die Integration der neuen Schülerin in die bestehende Klasse gelang gut.
The new student's integration into the existing class went well.
