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Building Inclusive Schools: From Belief to Practice with Michele Gardner ~ 1328

In this insightful episode of “Think Inclusive,” Tim Villegas hosts Michelle Gardner, interim CEO of All In for Inclusive Education, to discuss the intricacies of systemic change towards inclusive education. Tim and Michelle delve into how schools and districts can transform inclusive education from a mere belief to a practice embraced in every classroom. They explore core themes of systems change, capacity building, and mindset shift in educational environments, spotlighting the journey from exclusionary practices to inclusive excellence.

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Beyond Welcome: What Real Belonging Looks Like in Schools with Megan Ohlssen ~ 1326

In this compelling episode of the Think Inclusive Podcast, host Tim Villegas converses with Megan Ohlssen, an advocate for disability justice and educational equity, about creating schools where every learner belongs. The discussion unpacks what real belonging means in educational environments and emphasizes the intricate relationship between identity and learning. Megan shares personal insights from her diverse background and sheds light on how holding inclusive spaces for adults—through belonging activities—can significantly alter conversations around inclusion.

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Do words even mean anything anymore?

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are often misrepresented, but as inclusionists, we know the path to true inclusion has always faced challenges. In this edition of the Weeklyish, we share stories from fellow educators who are making a real impact through inclusive practices in public education. Hello Inclusionists,  I love getting the weekend newspaper. I’ve

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Beyond Six Seconds: Carolyn Kiel on Neurodiversity and Authentic Inclusion ~ 1022

Listen to this episode on YouTube. Beyond Six Seconds: Carolyn Kiel on Neurodiversity | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Carolyn Kiel is a corporate instructional designer and the host of Beyond 6 Seconds, a podcast that spotlights neurodivergent and disabled entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates. She’s a late‑identified autistic adult who uses her platform to share first‑person

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Don’t We Already Do Inclusion?: A Conversation with Paula Kluth ~ 202

In this episode, host Tim Villegas interviews Dr. Paula Kluth, an expert in inclusive education. They discuss the concept of reverse inclusion and whether it can be a stepping stone to authentic inclusion. Dr. Kluth shares her insights on ways educators can promote inclusion in their local schools and the role of technology in the classroom. The conversation highlights the importance of challenging traditional models of education and creating inclusive environments that meet the needs of all learners.

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