a Classroom Exercises to Promote Inclusivity by spatterson | Mar 23, 2021 | education, stephen patterson
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was drafted to ensure that students with disabilities are entitled to a free public education tailored to their speci c needs and designed to prepare them for post-education choices about employment, further education, and independent living. By doing a simple internet search, you will see there is no shortage of inspirational quotes about promoting diversity and inclusivity: “Diversity is the mix. Inclusion is making the mix work,” –Andrés Tapia. “Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance.” –Verna Myers. “When everyone is included, everyone wins.” –Jesse Jackson. There is a reason this topic is discussed so frequently and emphasized often. Inclusivity brings together general education and special education teachers together, creating a support system for the special ed teachers and familiarity among all students as they grow alongside each other in a general education classroom environment. This also leads to a decrease in