SPED 645

 Which image shows inclusion?

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 Why is inclusion important in education?

• To separate students based on ability for more focused learning
  

• To ensure that all students, regardless of their differences, have equal access to learning and feel a sense of belonging
  

•  To allow general education students to learn without distractions
  

•  To reduce the workload for special education teachers

  
  

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is one primary advantage of a self-contained classroom for students who have severe sensory sensitivities and require consistent support?

• Increased exposure to peer modeling and large group activities

• Access to highly individualized instruction in a calm, structured environment

• Greater opportunity to follow the general education pacing and curriculum

• More time spent in unstructured, social learning environments

What is one key academic benefit of inclusive classrooms for students with disabilities, compared to self-contained settings?

• Access to life skills instruction
  

• Reduced peer pressure

• C. Exposure to grade-level content with support

• Lower expectations and simplified curriculum

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is one major social-emotional benefit of inclusion for general education students?

• Less classroom disruption

• Increased access to one-on-one instruction

• Development of empathy and leadership through peer interaction

• A more rigid, structured learning environment

What is a social benefit of a self-contained classroom for students with severe behavioral or sensory needs, like IJ?

• Frequent interaction with a wide variety of peers in large groups

• Opportunities to observe advanced social skills in neurotypical students

• A calmer, smaller peer group that allows for supported social skill development

• Increased chances to participate in unstructured social environments

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a major drawback of inclusion when classrooms are under-resourced?

• Students receive too many modifications

• Teachers may lack the training to meet diverse needs effectively

• Students with disabilities don’t get enough peer interaction

• Curriculum becomes too challenging for general education students

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CCSS.RL.5.6

Based on IJ’s sensory needs and behavior, which classroom setting is likely to be more appropriate for him, and why?

• A fully inclusive classroom, because he thrives in unpredictable social environments.

• A self-contained classroom, because he requires low-stimulation environments and consistent, individualized support.

• A general education classroom with minimal support, to help him build independence.

• A virtual classroom, because online learning removes sensory input.

Identify one sensory strategy and one behavioral strategy from IJ’s case study that could help him succeed in the classroom.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3