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Confucianism and human rights - exploring the philosophical base for inclusive education for children with disabilities in China

Xiao QuSchool of Education and Social Sciences, University of the West of Scotland, Glasgow, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
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Pages 1443-1464 | Received 27 Aug 2021, Accepted 31 Oct 2022, Published online: 07 Nov 2022

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