Migration, integration and schools: the cases of Slovenia, Spain, Austria and Denmark
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https://doi.org/10.33700/1580-7118.26.2.143-170(2024)Keywords:
migration, integration, integration in education, migrant children integration, Slovenia, Spain, Austria and DenmarkAbstract
The article presents the historical migration framework of four European countries – Slovenia, Austria, Denmark, and Spain – along with their recent migration data. These countries experienced bigger migration flows in the second half of the 20th century, driven by geopolitical circumstances and economic needs. While some migration trends are similar, there are also differences reflecting specific national and regional geopolitical and economic dynamics. Despite varying approaches to integration, the central focus is on learning the official language of the country of arrival, though a pressing challenge remains the lack of funding for integration programs. Schools play a key role in integrating migrant children, as successful integration depends on a holistic approach that combines language support, social inclusion, and respect for cultural diversity.
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