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"Over, under, around or through find a way, or make a way" is a quote by Paula Kluth that recently reminded me of how I found ways to include all my students in a classroom activity, regardless of their ability level. I want to share one of the most successful ways that I used as a classroom teacher to facilitate inclusion. In order to have students aquire the same learning experiences, teachers have to be prepared for the differences in their student's abilities and learning styles. This technique is known as "differentiation". Differentiation can be created by making changes. Changes can take place in many ways in the classroom, depending on the student's needs, teacher's level of knowledge and support of school personnel. Big or little, however, change can make a difference in how students with special needs are included in the classroom. Here are 10 easy changes teachers can make to facilitate inclusion: Time - change the time of day the activity is planned for, the duration of activity, the time of week or even the month. Space - change the physical seating arrangement in the class, change the environment (turn off the lights, shut the door or open the windows), change the workspace or even the room (go to the library or sit outside). Method – change how the lesson is delivered. Use charts, music, books, props, video or posters. Stand at the front of the class, the back of the class. Have the students remain sitting at their desks, on their desks or sit at a carpeted area. Materials – have students produce their work using crayons, markers, paint, modeling clay, computer software, cameras, popsicle sticks, or cheerios. Product – change the assignment from writing to drawing, art, music, or drama. Have students create a poster, diorama or power point presentation. Quantity – change the number of questions, length of assignment, amount of homework, or ask for odd-numbered answers only. Groupings – change how the students are grouped for the lesson. Will they work in pairs, small groups or be independent? Will the student work with a teacher, a paraprofessional or other support personnel? Grade – change the grade-level expectations of the activity. Go down a grade or up a grade depending on the student’s ability. Teacher – yes, change the teacher! Ask the Special Ed teacher to deliver the lesson, a co-teacher, the principal, a parent, or another student. Resources – change the resources you use for class activities. Look for new textbooks, web sites, on-line teaching communities and experts. One small, new idea can lead to something big! Follow us by email to get all our updates! Also, you can check out more resources by following us on Facebook and Twitter!
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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!
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This article includes basic information to give an introduction or overview of what is inclusion and some tips for implementing it.
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!
Every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination and, in particular, without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion,...
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There are many ways to create a multicultural classroom – a classroom where students explore and appreciate other cultures and diversity. The benefits of having a multicultural classroom are endless. Students break through cultural barriers, they learn to appreciate different ways of celebrating or communicating, and it brings the classroom community closer together. Here are some tips to
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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!
A few months ago our class began to explore self-portraits and facial features. After exploring facial features and sketching self-portraits, the children mixed paint to create another self-portrait. We read the book, "The Colour of Us" which describes all of the different shades of brown we are such as, creamy peanut butter, hot coco and cinnamon etc.
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Before I had my sweet babies, I worked as a Special Education teacher for children with emotional and behavioral disabilities. I spent a lot of time co-teaching with our amazing social worker and this was a version of one of the lessons we did! My hope for for this lesson, is to help littles underst
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Diversity Beans Sensory Bin is an easy way to start the conversation of race with young child! It is never to early to talk about racism!
Here are some examples of modifications. Remember, that a modified lesson in an inclusive classroom is a lesson where the objective and/or learning materials have been changed to meet the needs of a special learner. However, the overall concept or activity remains the same so that the learner can experience the curriculum alongside his or her classmates. This math sheet has been easily modified by providing alternate questions. Photo from www.teachingtoinspirein5th.blogspot.com. This math sheet can be modified by having the student complete alternate math operations with the numbers on the page. This Grade 8 science vocabulary activity has become a YES/NO activity. An alternate activity is provided for the student using the same handout as the rest of the class. Photo from www.whalenmom.blogspot.com. Alternate text can be placed over the original text in a class novel. In addition, you can modify a lesson by using the following strategies: Tracing Matching Fill in the Blank Word Banks Multiple Choice Illustrating Highlighting Reduced work Hope this is helpful! Let me know if you have any questions. Also, feel free to share any modified activities you may have!
Help your students learn about diversity and the importance of accepting differences with these low prep activities! Students will identify ways that they can celebrate diversity in their own lives, and will consider things that they can do and say to help others feel accepted. These activities go perfectly with the book The Judgmental Flower by Julia Cook, however you can also do the activities without the book. There is also a Google Slides component of this resource! This resource is part of a social emotional book companion bundle! Click here to save 20%! ****************************************************************************************************************************** What's Included: 1 Worksheet 1 Coloring Sheet 1 Cut and Paste Activity 16 role play task cards (with recording sheets and sample answers) Photos of completed samples All materials come in color and black & white The worksheet, cut and paste activity and task cards are also provided in Google Slides format ****************************************************************************************************************************** Ideas For Use: As a complement to the book The Judgmental Flower by Julia Cook (although these activities can also be done without the book) Diversity lessons or small groups To promote positive school culture With students who could benefit from respecting differences Kindness and empathy lessons or small groups ****************************************************************************************************************************** What People Are Saying About This Resource: Dawn said "I love this book and was looking for something perfect to go along with it. This was the "PERFECT" something! Thanks a bunch!" Rebecca said "Loved using this with my K-2 Special Ed Class. So great. Thanks!" ****************************************************************************************************************************** If you are satisfied with this resource, please leave feedback. If there is something I can improve upon, please e-mail me at [email protected] and I will do my best to accommodate you. Check out these other resources you are sure to love: Spreading Kindness Activities: Andrew's Angry Words Kindness And Empathy Activities - Hey, Little Ant For more updates on my new products: Follow me on Teachers Pay Teachers! Follow me on Pinterest! Follow me on Facebook! Follow me on Instagram! To read the terms of use and copyright information for this resource, please click here.
When a child feels valued, he sees values in others. When he realizes he has his own thoughts and emotions, he understands that others do, too. When his ideas and feelings are respected, he learns to respect them in others.
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I've always been highly affected by my surroundings. I can't tell you how many times I've changed doctors, dentists, hotel rooms and even classrooms. It might not necessarily be a sensory-processing issue, but there is no doubt that I'll react either physically or emotionally if the room does not "feel good". Therefore, I've been very aware of the children in my class who might also need a modification in the classroom space, materials, light, noise or smells. In fact, when I have students who begin to demonstrate inappropriate behavior, the first thing I do is change the child's immediate surroundings. Often, that is all that needed in order to correct the misbehavior. Below is a sample of strategies that can be used to make a classroom sensory-friendly. By making a classroom sensory-friendly, children who have sensory-processing issues can truly focus on the learning activities without distraction or discomfort. These strategies can be used hourly, daily, monthly or for the entire year. The purpose is to give teachers and parents ways to help keep children happy, engaged and learning in the inclusive class. Classroom Space • big tables • small tables • groups of tables • desks in groups • desks in pairs • individual workstations • quiet area • carpet area • cozy reading space • clutter control • color coordination • play areas with boundaries • open windows • temperature change Classroom Materials • bins for keeping materials organized • centers with a variety of activities • mini carpets to sit on at circle time/center time • a variety of books to read at various reading levels • fidgets • visual timers • visual planners • bean bag chairs • audio-visual materials Lighting • natural light • lamps • 1 or 2 flourescent lights on • light diffuser • closed blinds Noise • quiet work time • talking work time • music playing in the background • ticking clock • "white noise" ie. circulating fan Smells • "no perfume" zone • food kept in airtight containers • no smelly markers/crayons • fresh air flowing • desks cleaned out regularly
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