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- 2. Objectives: At the end of this activity, the teachers’ will be able to: Understand the concepts of learner diversity and inclusion and their impact on teaching and learning. Develop skills in implementing inclusive teaching strategies, such as differentiated instruction.
- 4. Learner diversity refers to the range of differences in students, including abilities, cultural backgrounds, languages and learning styles. FACT
- 5. Inclusion ensures that all students, regardless of their abilities, are provided with equal opportunities to learn and participate in educational activities. FACT
- 6. Learner diversity and student inclusion are not just educational philosophies; they are transformative approaches that redefine the purpose of education in the 21st century . BLUFF
- 7. Learner diversity acknowledges that no two students are the same. Each student brings unique combination of experiences, talents, challenges, and cultural contexts into the classroom. This diversity isn’t a challenge to overcome – it’s an asset to embrace. BLUFF
- 8. Learner diversity and student inclusion are commitments to the belief that education is a universal right - not a privilege for the few, but a foundation for all. BLUFF
- 10. Group 1: A 10 – year-old with ADHD who has difficulty staying focused during long lessons. Group 2: A 12- year-old English Language learner with limited proficiency in the medium of instruction. Group 3: A gifted 9 – year-old who finishes tasks quickly and becomes disengaged. Group 4: A 10- year-old girl who has difficulty in hearing.
- 11. Analysis Questions 1.How would you describe your experience with the activity you did? 2.What significant insights did you gain from the activity? 3. What do you want to learn about learners with difficulty ?
- 13. Learner diversity is an issue worth addressing in education practices across countries if inclusive societies are to be developed, promoted and sustained. Towards realizing inclusive societies, employing inclusive best practices in education systems would be an important foremost step. Inclusive education is a process that involves the transformation of schools and other centers of learning to cater for all children:
- 14. boys and girls, students from various ethnic groups and linguistic minorities, rural populations, and those who have exceptional learning needs. It is aimed to facilitate learning opportunities for all youths and adults as well and eliminating exclusion resulting from negative attitudes and lack of response to diversity in race, economic status, social class, ethnicity, language, religion, gender, sexual orientation and ability.
- 16. WhatisDIVERSITY? The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. Understanding that individual is unique and recognizing individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. “All of human differences”
- 17. WhatisSTUDENTINCLUSION? An education system that includes all students, and welcomes and supports them to learn, whoever they are and whatever their abilities or requirements. This means making sure that teaching and the curriculum, school buildings, classrooms, play areas, transport and toilets are appropriate for all children at all levels. Inclusive education means all children learn together in the same schools. No-one should be excluded. Every child has a right to inclusive education, including children with disabilities.
- 18. “LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND” ALL CHILDREN SHOULD LEARN TOGETHER, WHENEVER POSSIBLE, REGARDLESS OF ANY DIFFICULTIES OR DIFFERENCES. THEY MAY HAVE. INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS MUST RECOGNIZE AND RESPOND TOTHE DIVERSE NEEDS OF THEIR STUDENTS.”(1994 SALAMANCA
- 19. Build Relationships - It is important for teachers to foster a one-on-one relationship with each of their students as much as possible. This can be accomplished by greeting them each at the door, asking them about their interests, and using genuine praise in the classroom. CreatinganInclusiveClimate Celebrate Diversity - Pay attention to the materials you use in class. Do they depict children from a variety of backgrounds and with varying abilities? How do books, videos, and other materials portray children with special needs? Celebrate the diversity in your classroom and teach your students to do the same.
- 20. Educate Yourself - Educate yourself about the specific disabilities any of the students you work with have. You canthen educate your students. Education leads to understanding which then leads to compassion and connection. Encourage Interaction - Give students opportunities to interact with each other so they can build friendships and a sense of community. Strengths-Based Approach - Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. Help kids develop their strengths and see that kids with special needs have strengths too. Focus on progress, no matter how small.
- 21. TEACHINGSTRATEGIESFORINCLUSION These teaching strategies help students of all backgrounds to be successful in the regular education classroom. Differentiate Instruction: When teachers differentiate all students can participate and work at their current ability Make Objectives Clear: Posting and reviewing objectives in age-appropriate language helps all students achieve the desired objective of each lesson. It is especially helpful for kids with special needs.
- 22. Adapt :Teachers are masters at adapting. We watch our students and constantly assess; slowing down when they don’t understand something then speeding up when it’s clear they’ve already got it. We challenge those that are ready for more and provide extra support to those that need it. Explicit Teaching and Modeling: Model for students and gradually turn the responsibility over to the student. The “I do, We do, You do” approach is especially beneficial to kids with special needs; it gives them the support they need to keep up with traditional classroom activities. Have a Positive Attitude: As the teacher, your positive attitude about inclusion sets the tone for the rest of the class.15Click icon to add picture
- 24. HOW DO YOU HANDLE STUDENTS’ DIVERSITY AND PROVIDE INCLUSIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN A CLASSROOM?
- 26. Identify the challenges and needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other learning differences. Objectives: Promote autism awareness with in the school community to reduce stigma and foster inclusivity.
- 27. The history of ASD What is ASD The reason of ASD ASD Symptoms ASD Treatment Helping children with ASD AutismSpectrumDisorder(ASD)
- 28. TheHistoryofAutism From the early 1900s, autism has referred to a range of neuro-psychological conditions.
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