Katherine Runswick‐Cole

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Dr. Katherine Runswick-Cole is a leading scholar in Disability Studies and Inclusive Education, whose work critically interrogates the intersections of disability, technology, and social justice. Her most-cited paper, "Rebooting Inclusive Education? New Technologies and Disabled People" (2020, 17 citations), offers a speculative, conceptual review of how Industry 4.0 technologies shape inclusive education for disabled people, challenging techno-optimistic narratives and calling for a more critical, equity-focused approach. This work exemplifies her broader contribution: pushing the field to rethink inclusion beyond mere access, addressing how systemic barriers and cultural assumptions perpetuate exclusion. Runswick-Cole’s research consistently foregrounds the voices of disabled people, advocating for transformative practices in education and beyond. Her impact is evident in her sustained engagement with complex, often overlooked questions about power, identity, and belonging. A prominent figure in critical disability studies, she has also contributed influential work on family, childhood, and the politics of care. For students and researchers, Runswick-Cole’s scholarship offers a vital, provocative lens for understanding how to build truly inclusive futures.