Educación inclusiva en las universidades latinoamericanas: conceptos, desafíos y perspectivas

Introduction: Universities currently face challenges in guaranteeing inclusive education, due to barriers that restrict student participation. This study examines how inclusive education is conceptualized in higher education in Latin America, identifying key concepts, methodological approaches and recommendations for its implementation. Methodology: A scoping review of scientific production between 2012 and 2024 was carried out in Scopus, Web of Science and SciELO. Results: Publications on inclusive education have increased, with a prevalence of qualitative studies. Six key concepts stand out: inclusion, diversity, disability, interculturality, equity and educational quality. Discussion: Inclusive education must go beyond access, promoting structural and pedagogical changes to guarantee equity and academic success. Challenges persist, such as the lack of an intersectional approach, which calls for university policies based on social justice. Conclusions: Inclusive education must eliminate structural barriers and address intersectional inequalities. It is necessary to implement strategies to strengthen educational equity and promote academic success, along with the development of empirical studies that identify barriers and propose differentiated and contextualized interventions.