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How to effectively promote an inclusive learning environment. Working together we can create amazing opportunities for all our children.
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First, a big thank you to everyone who commented on last week’s “Why do you support inclusion?” post. We got wonderful, diverse answers from so many passionate inclusion advocates, and your reasons were a joy to read. Because all kids deserve the best. Because diversity is beautiful. Because together we are better. Because it works. […]
Inclusion is more than simply having a child in the classroom. Here's what needs to happen to make the general ed classroom more inclusive so all children succeed!
Disabled students should be equipped with basic academic and adequate life skills
A collection of visuals and quotes about inclusive education by prominant educators working in the field of special education.
Here are 10 Tips for promoting inclusion for students in special education: For both general and special education teachers.
Researchers explain how cooperative grouping can be successfully used to meet both the students’ academic and social needs in the middle school classroom.
Here are some tips to help facilitate a smooth transition for students with disabilities to the inclusive education classroom.
Unlock the power of inclusive education! Read on for an insightful look at why representation matters so much in the classroom!
Educators working in inclusive classrooms sometimes make mistakes in their practice. Learn from Noodle Expert Lisa Friedman how parents and teachers can work together to avoid these stumbles.
These simple songs about diversity and inclusion will teach young children about cultures, perspectives and different ways of being human.
What is the difference between an inclusion classroom and a regular classroom? How to Tell if your Child's Classroom is Inclusive. (really!)
How to effectively promote an inclusive learning environment. Working together we can create amazing opportunities for all our children.
In today’s dynamic educational landscape, teachers and schools in Gurgaon top schools are continually exploring innovative teaching methodologies that foster holistic development among students. One…
Teaching acceptance in the classroom is a critical element of classroom management. Go a step beyond Tolerance by embracing diversity and inclusion in your morning meetings, or using books and resources.
Barriers of inclusive education Inclusive education is important as it provides value to each and every child. It accepts all children reg...
Inclusive education is still not widely practiced in schools across the United States. As a result, only the lucky few have seen what inclusion really is. Those that haven’t, are...
How to effectively promote an inclusive learning environment. Working together we can create amazing opportunities for all our children.
Teaching acceptance in the classroom is a critical element of classroom management. Go a step beyond Tolerance by embracing diversity and inclusion in your morning meetings, or using books and resources.
Here are 10 Tips for promoting inclusion for students in special education: For both general and special education teachers.
Inclusive education is finally starting to attract the attention it deserves in American public schools. Inclusion improves outcomes, fosters social and emotional development and equips students for life outside of school. Despite its value, however, school districts still claim challenges to implementing full inclusion. Talk of insufficient resources, ill-prepared staff and myths about inclusion still exist to create barriers. The good news is that there are ways to overcome these challenges and move towards inclusive schools in every community. Let’s explore some ways in which we can make inclusion become a reality. The first common challenge to overcome is debunking the myths and misunderstandings of inclusive education. We need to provide educators, schools and communities with accurate, up-to-date information. For example, inclusion is not a service or program that is offered to a group of students. It doesn’t happen in a classroom nor is it an instructional strategy. Inclusion is an attitude that determines how we interact with one another. It drives our desire to include every student, regardless of ability, in meaningful learning experiences alongside their peers. The website, Wrightslaw, is an excellent place to start learning and sharing accurate information about inclusion. Newsletters, Parent Night, teacher inservice and videos such as Including Isaac can also help relay the meaning of inclusion. Another challenge to inclusive education is belief that it works for students with and without special needs. The National Catholic Board on Full Inclusion has complied an extensive amount of research that that shows the many benefits of inclusion to both typically and non-typically developing students. For example, The National Institute of for Urban School Improvement found that, "Surveys conducted with parents and teachers involved in inclusive settings generally show that they see no harm to the non-disabled children and that they have positive opinions about inclusion. In fact, one survey of more than 300 parents of elementary-age children shows that 89 percent would enroll their children in an inclusive classroom again.” Furthermore, evidence reported by McGregor, G., & Vogelsberg, T. (1998) found that inclusion results in greater number of typical students making reading and math progress compared to non-inclusive general education classes, inclusion does not compromise general education students’ outcomes, typical peers benefit from involvement and relationships with students who have disabilities in inclusive settings, and the presence of students with disabilities in general education classrooms leads to new learning opportunities for typical students. According to Falvey (2004), “There have been no studies conducted since the late 1970’s that have shown an academic advantage for students with intellectual or other developmental disabilities educated in separate settings.” It is clear that inclusion can be a significant benefit to the entire school community. And, finally, the third most common challenge is understanding the mechanics of inclusion. Inclusion is like a car. There are many parts under the hood that work together to make it run smoothly. One of the most important parts is having the support of school administration and staff. The adults in the building help set the tone of an inclusive school - from the principal to the bus driver, the playground supervisor and the classroom teacher. They are friendly, welcoming and make inclusion a priority in all school activities. In fact, many inclusive schools institute a school-wide character education program, in which staff, students and families participate. This helps reinforce the common goal of inclusion. Another important aspect to inclusion is ensuring that the general education classroom is where a student receives the majority of his/her educational needs. Special Education teachers and Paraprofessionals offer their support, as outlined in the student’s IEP, while the classroom teacher makes accommodations and/or modifications to the curriculum. There may be some need for focussed instruction outside of the classroom, which usually happens during the least disruptive time of day. In addition to curriculum, materials and resources are made accessible to all students. Varying levels of text, visual supports, manipulatives and assistive technology are woven into the class program. For ways to implement these strategies, you can look to Brookes Publishing Company where there are a great selection of teacher guides for the inclusive classroom. Lastly, inclusion involves the work of parents and families. Communication between home and school is essential to making sure the student is learning and thriving in the classroom. It should be a consistent, pro-active arrangement where information is shared between the family and classroom teacher, that is for the benefit of the child. Depending on the child’s needs, daily, weekly or monthly updates is required beyond the yearly IEP meetings. Setting up lines of communication such as email, a “communication book” or phone calls, can facilitate an on-going conversation about the child’s progress, challenges and needs. Inclusive education is a belief system that values a child’s abilities first, not their disabilities. Because it involves the entire school community, there are challenges that can be faced. However, knowledge, discussion, access to resources and support, along with ongoing communication, can help those challenges feel surmountable. Children of all abilities can then truly have equal access to a free and appropriate education. Staub, Deb. "Inclusion and the Other Kids." National Institute for Urban School Improvement, 2005. Web. 25 May 2015. . McGregor, G., & Vogelsberg, T. (1998). Inclusive schooling practices: Pedagogical and research foundations. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes. Falvey, M. (2004). Towards realizing the influence of “Toward realization of the least restrictive environments for severely disabled students.” Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 29(1), 9-10.
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Special educators need a pretty large toolbox of strategies and resources to support our learners. So often, our students can have significantly diverse needs and levels. On any given day, special education teachers might need to take student reading data, modify a math assessment, teach science wit
The education for children with special needs has developed gradually over time and is still in the process of transformation. Before the Civil Rights Movement, children with special needs were denied education and ill-treated in society. After the formulation and implementation of various acts that protected the rights of
As our readers know, we at the Inclusion Lab are all about connecting educators with practical tips they can use right away to welcome, reach, and include all learners. Our posts here tend to be meatier and more in-depth, but we also create lots of smaller tip sheets with bite-sized bits of wisdom to share […]
Teaching inclusion to your general education classroom? This social emotional resource is great to teach what inclusion and exclusion are in simple terms, some examples of each, and that it is important to care for others the way we would want to be cared for. This is a 4 page resource that includes: 1.Inclusion pdf 2.Exclusion pdf 3.Questions to ask yourself to decide if you are including or excluding peers 4.Compare and contrast (draw lines to which pictures are including and which are excluding). This resource can be used in a special education setting as well as general ed. It was created with the goal of bridging the social gap between special ed students and general ed students. Clipart from: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Pigknit-Clipart Related Resources • ASD Back to School Social Skills Bundle • Emotion Match Bundle • Food Choices Cut and Paste Activity • Humor Lesson ASD • Inclusion and Exclusion ASD/Special and General Ed Resource • Learning to Compromise • Making Friends Special Education/ASD Visual • Self Control Short Story-"The Do-Not Donuts" • Special Education Printable Bundle • What to Expect at School ASD/Special Ed. • What Are They Feeling? Emotion Matching Activity (ASD Resource)
British Sign Language (BSL) plays a crucial role in the lives of many individuals within the UK, particularly for those in the deaf community. As a primary
An education blog with strategies, tips and information for teachers about teaching students with disabilities in the inclusive classroom.
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. You’re sure to find any combination of these words being used to describe the important work of leveraging differences and cultivating a sense of belonging within organizations. But, do you honestly know what they mean? And if I asked, would you be able to distinguish
New Graphic! 😊 “My Inclusion ABC’s” Inspired by our Education Assistant students and our EA colleagues. I am grateful everyday for your dedication, knowledge and passion for supporting students. #Inclusion #SD62learns #SD62EA Download: https://t.co/tuPsugWZJn
