Why Inclusive

Practices Are
Essential in
Education
Why inclusive practices are essential in education

What is inclusive education?

What is an inclusive classroom, and why is it important?

What does an
inclusive classroom look like?

How to introduce inclusive strategies to your classroom

How can teachers determine if inclusive practices are

working?
Why inclusive practices are
essential in education
Inclusive practices are essential in education because every student
deserves to experience and learn in an atmosphere of respect where they
can develop and maintain friendships with other students and teachers in
their schools and communities.
 Inclusive teaching means all students
are included in the classroom
What is routines. It is, in fact, considered a
crime not to accept them or even
inclusive provide for their needs in
any classroom or school.
education? Broadly stated, inclusive education beliefs
and principles maintain that all kids:
Can learn
Inclusive education means the Can attend age-appropriate regular
integration or inclusion of all students classrooms
in the same classrooms and in the Should have opportunities to partake in
co-curricular and extracurricular
same schools, without exception. This
activities
includes the integration or inclusion of
Should have collaboration and
students with special needs. cooperation at home, school, and in the
community

What is an
inclusive classroom, and
why is it important?

An inclusive classroom is designed to include

students with disabilities, impairments, and special
needs in age-appropriate, general education
environments so they can learn among their peers.
 An inclusive classroom addresses
the needs of all students including
those:
An inclusive classroom ensures
all students are treated
respectfully and have access to With intellectual, emotional,
general education and developmental and physical
technology. Inclusive disabilities
teaching practices close the gap Who speak languages other than
between the “haves” and the English
“have-nots,” and reduces the With different religious
impact of prejudices in society.
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 have a sense of belonging.
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
 1 Create an
accessible classroom by utilizing
the Universal Design for Learning
Principles

How to introduce
2 Use a variety of teaching
inclusive strategies methods, giving each child the
to your classroom opportunity to learn in ways that
work best for them

3 Create behavior management
plans to prepare for times when
students exhibit disruptive
behaviors
How can teachers
determine if inclusive
practices are working?

In classrooms where inclusive
teaching practices have been employed, students
should experience increases in these areas:

Communication and social skills

Literacy skills
Focused learning time
Relationships and friendships
Special education teachers in
inclusive classrooms are to conduct
regular assessments to ensure
students are meeting their
academic goals. Lessons must also
be evaluated periodically to
establish that they are adequately
challenging to the student without
being overwhelming.
Thank you!