PS379 Lecture 1: PS 379 - Glebe Lecture Notes Jan. 26-End of Term
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When we talk about inclusion it doesn"t just mean educating all students in a regular classroom with age appropriate peers. Supports teachers perceive are needed when having a student with disability in class. Conclusion: teachers have concerns and reservations about inclusion. believe that substantial supports are necessary. Learning environments for exceptional children: the continuum of program options. Will be posted online think of this as an inverted pyramid (lots of children at the top (most typical environment) de- creases closer to the bottom) The following are some pros and cons of inclusion. See how they fit with aspects we have al- ready discussed in class. You may have other ideas to include, perhaps you will see additional things to consider when you are in your placement. Remember as always, that this is a com- plex debate - there are considerations from the child"s, teachers, other students", family"s, school system"s perspectives. Sometimes they fit with each other - sometimes they clash.
