Inclusive Classroom Resources

Building an Inclusive Classroom Multi-part Series -A multi-part series that provides key classroom strategies that promote inclusive practices and support all educators. Key topics include collaboration, relationship building, differentiated & universally designed instruction, and acceptance of diversity.

Inclusion 101 for Families with Kerry Cormier, Ph.D. & Johari Sykes-Ratliff, MA - A multi-part series that provides foundational knowledge, defining inclusion and an overview of the legal requirements in place to support children with disabilities.

Inclusion 101 Series: Administrator - Supporting administrators in overseeing that inclusion is occurring with fidelity in their schools, and how to respond to classroom instructors who are hesitant to incorporate inclusion into their environment. 

Inclusion vs. Inclusive Practice in Teaching | Novack Education - Inclusion takes an important step in the right direction by making sure all students, regardless of variability, are present in the same classroom. But in order for inclusion to be effective, you must also implement inclusive practice. Inclusive practice gives all students the opportunity to access rigorous grade-level learning targets while being supported and challenged, regardless of variability and learning differences.

Inclusive Classrooms | Reading Rockets - An inclusive classroom is a general education classroom where students with and without learning differences learn together. Inclusive classrooms are welcoming and support the diverse academic, social, emotional, and communication needs of all students. 

Inclusive Education Practices | NJ Department of Education - The mission of the New Jersey Department of Education is centered on providing access to high-quality education for all students in an educational environment that is inclusive and rooted in the belief that everyone belongs and everyone benefits. Improving outcomes for students with disabilities requires establishing environments that support a rapid response to academic and behavioral needs.  

Instruction for Diverse Learners | Inclusive Schools Network - Resource Library contains a variety of tools, tips, and strategies that help you evaluate and improve the status of inclusive education in your school. 

School Inclusion - Center for Parent Information and Resources - Looking for information about inclusion of children with disabilities in our schools and communities? 

Understood.org | 4 Benefits of Inclusive Classrooms - In an inclusive classroom, general education teachers and special education teachers work together to meet the needs of all students.

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