How Do You Teach Special Needs Students In An Inclusive Classroom?
An inclusive classroom allows children with special needs to learn with typically developing peers of their own age in the same classroom. This model is becoming more common as schools try to mainstream their classrooms. Although an inclusive classroom requires many adaptations to accommodate the needs of its children as well as a skilled staff, with the right foundation and support, children of all abilities can learn together. Identify the abilities and needs of each special-needs student. Include all individuals who are familiar with the student in the assessment. This can include the therapist, former teacher and parents. By getting a picture of the child, you can implement a teaching approach that is appropriate to the child’s needs and learning style. Assist in developing a well-designed Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for the special-needs student. As a teacher, you have the ability to share the child’s strengths and weakness not only with the school board but also with the ot
