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Why Inclusion Matters
So You’ve Heard The Buzz About Inclusion
But you might still be wondering what it’s all about. And why it matters.
Believe it or not, inclusion makes school better for all of our students!
That's right, inclusion benefits BOTH disabled and typically developing students 🤯
Inclusion isn’t just about how many disabled students are in the room. It is the belief that all students deserve to be valued and supported so they can reach their highest potential.
Here are 3 tips for making your classroom a more inclusive place:
- Make your classroom more physically accessible: create clear pathways for movement, remove unnecessary decorations and visual clutter from the walls, and keep student materials organized and labeled
- Use inclusive language, materials, and books that reflect disabled students’ experiences
- Ask for help and be open to learning new ways to support the disabled students in your classroom
Want to learn more?
Check out this blog post: Why You Need to Care About Inclusion in Schools
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xo Laura
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Laura │ Inclusion & Behavior Specialist
I'm an inclusive kindergarten teacher with an M.Ed. in special education and behavior. I help you improve student behavior and belonging with inclusion, behavior & SEL tips. Subscribe now ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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