1. Stefanie Gilmer CI 583 Section 2 Special Education Inclusion in the General Education Classroom
2. a legal, moral, ethical, and civil right.” But, does it work? “Inclusion is…
3. More often than not, schools are leaning towards full inclusion in the classroom—there are pro’s and con’s. Is this best for all students involved? What does the research show? What does the law say? Problem Statement
4. What does an inclusion classroom look like? Usually, two teachers Sometimes, a general education teacher and a special education assistant Students consist of special education and general education students, taught together Difficult to tell which students have IEP’s and which do not Video
5. Disabled students do as well, if not better, in an inclusive classroom compared to a separate classroom. Inclusion helps with socialization of disabled students. Advanced students become more accepting, and start to offer help to their struggling peers. Pro’s
6. Not all students learn best in this environment. Some students need more individualized instruction, at a slower pace. A general education classroom can provide too much stimuli. Con’s
7. Learn from each other Begin to see class as one large group, as opposed to two separate groups Students with varying needs Skills are developed and refined Benefits for Teachers
8. IDEA Provision of public education Least restrictive environment Section 504 Used less frequently Federal Law Requirements
9. Greer vs. Rom City School District Sacramento City Unified School District vs. Holland Oberti vs. Board of Education of the Borough of Clementon School District Poolaw vs. Parker Unified School District School District of Wisconsin Dells vs. Z.S. Landmark Court Cases
11. Although there are downsides to full inclusion classrooms, it seems that the research shows the benefits outweigh the risks. Provides benefits for all students and teachers/assistants involved. Conclusion
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13. Scullion, T. (n.d.). Collaboration and teaching strategies for the inclusion classroom. Retrieved from http://www.wjcc.k12.va.us/jbms/FACULTY/ScullionTim/index-2.htm Teaching autism students in inclusive classrooms. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.child-autism-parent-cafe.com/autism-students-in-inclusive-classrooms.html Team teaching full inclusion. (2010). [Web]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vShPt32MjpI Bibliography Continued
