INCLUSION IN

THE
CLASSROOM
By: Samara Munoz
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what is inclusion?
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.
 Why is inclusion in the class room
important?
An inclusive classroom allows all
students to be treated respectfully and
have access to general education and
technology. Inclusive
teaching practices close the gap
between the “haves” and the “have-
nots,” and reduce the impact of
prejudices in society.
An inclusive classroom addresses the needs
of all students including those:

With intellectual, emotional, developmental and

physical disabilities
Who speak languages other than English
With different religious backgrounds
From diverse social and economic backgrounds
With various sexual orientations

What does an inclusive classroom 

look like?
In an inclusive classroom, all students
experience respect and feel
welcomed. When inclusive
teaching practices are used, you can
have/expect:
High expectations for all students
Instruction is based on school- or
state-adopted standards
Individualized support to be
available when needed

 How to introduce inclusive

strategies to your classroom
All students have access to flexible learning opportunities. They are given
effective methods to help them achieve their educational goals in
environments where the students feel safe and welcomed.
These four specific strategies can be implemented to
help you meet the needs of all students in a classroom.
Create an accessible classroom by utilizing
the Universal Design for Learning Principles
Use a variety of teaching methods, giving each child
the opportunity to learn in ways that work best for
them
Familiarize yourself with each of your
student’s Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
and 504s
Create behavior management plans to prepare for
times when students exhibit disruptive behaviors
 How can teachers determine
if inclusive practices are working?
In an inclusive teaching environment,
all students and their families are
equally valued and deserve respect
and access to the same educational
opportunities, in order to see if the
strategies are working students
should experience increases in
these areas:
communication and social skills
literacy skills
IEPs
Focused learning time
Relationships and friendships
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