Meaning of the word mainstreaming in English

What does mainstreaming mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mainstreaming

US /ˈmeɪn.striː.mɪŋ/
UK /ˈmeɪn.striː.mɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the practice of integrating students with disabilities into regular classrooms with their non-disabled peers

Example:
The school implemented mainstreaming to ensure all students receive an inclusive education.
Advocates for mainstreaming believe it benefits both disabled and non-disabled students.
2.

the process of bringing something into the mainstream, making it widely accepted or common

Example:
The mainstreaming of renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future.
The internet played a significant role in the mainstreaming of independent media.