Introduction to Inclusive Education
1st Edition
Book
Paperback/Softback
978-0-470-83788-7 (ISBN)
Description
Introduction to Inclusive Education is a series of unique and flexible learning modules designed to introduce special education and to help develop effective teaching methods within an inclusive classroom setting.
Appropriate for teacher preparation and professional development special education courses, this truly modular system is aimed at increasing the skills base of students and professionals by engaging them in an interactive environment. Using WileyPLUS as the primary format, learners will have access to dynamic multimedia content specifically created to accompany the text. Each module consists of text, interactive exercises, video clips of real classroom settings, as well as skill-testing questions and evaluative tasks. Designed for maximum flexibility, these modules are available on-line, and, if desired, with an accompanying text. The material is offered in this environment for both instructors and learners in order to meet the range of needs in the modern classroom.
Appropriate for teacher preparation and professional development special education courses, this truly modular system is aimed at increasing the skills base of students and professionals by engaging them in an interactive environment. Using WileyPLUS as the primary format, learners will have access to dynamic multimedia content specifically created to accompany the text. Each module consists of text, interactive exercises, video clips of real classroom settings, as well as skill-testing questions and evaluative tasks. Designed for maximum flexibility, these modules are available on-line, and, if desired, with an accompanying text. The material is offered in this environment for both instructors and learners in order to meet the range of needs in the modern classroom.
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MODULE 1: Disability, Ability, and Responsibility Opening Vignette
Disability-Whose Responsibility?
Inclusive Education: An International Priority
The Canadian Context
Defining Student and Teacher Responsibilities
Concepts of Disability
Labelling
Categorical, Non-categorical, and Cross-categorical Approaches
Service Delivery Alternatives
Special Education Classes
Resource Room or Withdrawal Models
Inclusive Classrooms
Disability Categories
Prevalence Rates
Conventions of Language
Definitions of Disability
Communication
Intellectual
Behavioural
Physical
Multiple
Summary
Glossary
Additional Resources
References MODULE 2: Getting Ready to Teach Opening Vignette
Section 1: Professional Self-Rating Checklists
Self-Rating Checklists 2-1 and 2-2: The Organization
and Management of Instructional Time Section 2: Classroom and Time Management Techniques that
Support Instruction
Classroom Management Routines
Time Management Techniques
Section 3: Planning and Presenting Lessons
Planning the Lesson
Instructional Tools for Meeting Diverse Learner Needs
Introducing the Lesson
Presenting the Lesson
Student Interaction-Practice and Application
Completing the Lesson
Monitoring Progress
Summary
Glossary
References MODULE 3: Creating Access to Learning Opening Vignette
Universal Design and Universal Access
Why Use Universal Access?
Adapting Instruction
Accommodations-What Are They?
Instructional Adaptations: Accommodations vs. Modifications
Accommodations for Assessment
Distinguishing an Accommodation from a Modification: The "It's not fair" Complaint
Adaptations at the Level of the Total Class
Adaptive Questioning: Techniques to Involve all Students
Grouping Students for Instruction
Cooperative or Collaborative Learning
Adaptations that Encourage Independence of Learners
Drawing upon the Resources of Other Adults to Maximize Teaching Time
Technology as a Resource for Universal Design and Access
Adaptations at the Level of Individual Students
Teacher Talk in Effective Instructional Environments
Scaffolding
Strategy Instruction and Modelling Thinking Skills
Summary
Glossary
Additional Resources
References
Disability-Whose Responsibility?
Inclusive Education: An International Priority
The Canadian Context
Defining Student and Teacher Responsibilities
Concepts of Disability
Labelling
Categorical, Non-categorical, and Cross-categorical Approaches
Service Delivery Alternatives
Special Education Classes
Resource Room or Withdrawal Models
Inclusive Classrooms
Disability Categories
Prevalence Rates
Conventions of Language
Definitions of Disability
Communication
Intellectual
Behavioural
Physical
Multiple
Summary
Glossary
Additional Resources
References MODULE 2: Getting Ready to Teach Opening Vignette
Section 1: Professional Self-Rating Checklists
Self-Rating Checklists 2-1 and 2-2: The Organization
and Management of Instructional Time Section 2: Classroom and Time Management Techniques that
Support Instruction
Classroom Management Routines
Time Management Techniques
Section 3: Planning and Presenting Lessons
Planning the Lesson
Instructional Tools for Meeting Diverse Learner Needs
Introducing the Lesson
Presenting the Lesson
Student Interaction-Practice and Application
Completing the Lesson
Monitoring Progress
Summary
Glossary
References MODULE 3: Creating Access to Learning Opening Vignette
Universal Design and Universal Access
Why Use Universal Access?
Adapting Instruction
Accommodations-What Are They?
Instructional Adaptations: Accommodations vs. Modifications
Accommodations for Assessment
Distinguishing an Accommodation from a Modification: The "It's not fair" Complaint
Adaptations at the Level of the Total Class
Adaptive Questioning: Techniques to Involve all Students
Grouping Students for Instruction
Cooperative or Collaborative Learning
Adaptations that Encourage Independence of Learners
Drawing upon the Resources of Other Adults to Maximize Teaching Time
Technology as a Resource for Universal Design and Access
Adaptations at the Level of Individual Students
Teacher Talk in Effective Instructional Environments
Scaffolding
Strategy Instruction and Modelling Thinking Skills
Summary
Glossary
Additional Resources
References