Educational disadvantage is a major barrier to the well-being of individuals and communities and the prosperity of nations.  Globally there is wide acceptance that marked and persistent disadvantage can and should be ended.  The OECD, which has led international policy research on equity, has summarized the goal as "No More Failures" (OECD 2007).

University schools of education are uniquely placed to contribute to the twin tasks of understanding and contributing to overcoming educational disadvantage. School systems are committed to improving quality and equity, but how do teacher training institutions help nations, schools systems and schools to achieve quality outcomes for disadvantaged children? 

The theme 'Educational Disadvantage' will be discussed at the next international IALEI conference in Melbourne in August 2012.  Read more about the project here.