What are the most important elements of successful inclusive education?
Successful inclusive education requires teachers, parents, students, and others to rethink the education of all students, not just those with disability labels. Inclusive education is all about changing the structure of the parallel systems of special education and general education. Many in the field of special education are calling for “second-generation” inclusion (i.e., educational reform that exists within and is connected to the context of broader educational reform for all students). Inclusive education should be seamless with supports and services provided to all students as necessary. Those adults involved in implementing successful inclusive education should: • Value human diversity • Hold high expectations for all students • Ensure access to the core curriculum • Use differentiated instructional strategies • Collaborate with other adults • Foster social relationships Q: What does research indicate about the benefits of inclusion for students with disabilities? A: Inclusive e
