In a recent journal article, Fuchs et al. refer to inclusion advocates as “abolitionists” and those supporting the status quo as “conservationists.” In this edition of the Weeklyish, we clarify that the new abolitionists argue for the abolition of the dual special and general education system, advocating for special education to be viewed as a […]
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Watch the episode now on YouTube. Navigating the Path to True Inclusion with the Int | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Val Brown is a Black mom from North Carolina. She believes that education is a vehicle for social change, and encourages parents, caregivers, and educators to engage in public discourse about critical topics
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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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Watch the episode now on YouTube. Empowering Youth with Disabilities Through Sexual | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Connie Senior is an Assistant Director and Project Manager for Project SHINE at YAI. She has over 27 years of experience in neurodevelopmental disabilities and mental health. With extensive experience advocating for and supporting individuals with
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What happens when groundbreaking research supporting inclusive education meets fierce resistance from within the field itself? The answer reveals a deeper struggle about how we serve learners with disabilities. Hello Inclusionists, I thought, somewhat naively, that when Cole et al. published their study in 2022, The Relationship Between Special Education Placement and High School Outcomes,
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Watch the episode on YouTube. The Call for Access to Spelling for Nonspeakers in | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Danny Whitty is a non-speaking autistic advocate who uses spelling to communicate. He has gained attention for his insights into living as a non-speaker and his advocacy for disability rights. Danny is a co-host
Watch the episode now on YouTube. The Harsh Realities of Segregated Classrooms | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Tim Villegas is the Director of Communications for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE). He is also the founder of Think Inclusive, which is the blog, podcast, and social media handle of MCIE. He has
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Watch the episode on YouTube. A Conversation with Inclusionists | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Margo Gross: Margo serves as the Supervisor of Equity for Calvert County Public Schools. Her work focuses on identifying and dismantling barriers to inclusion within educational environments, advocating for equity, and ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to
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In a collaborative effort between Club 21 and the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education, we are excited to present this unique blog post highlighting podcast episodes focused on inclusive early childhood education. This post features six episodes from the Think Inclusive podcast, each accompanied by a summary and thought-provoking reflection questions. Our goal is to
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Elizabeth Biggs and Erin Turner discuss the importance of fostering friendships and peer relationships in inclusive classrooms. They emphasize the need to prioritize social-emotional learning and provide practical tools for supporting peer engagement. The conversation also touches on the role of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) in facilitating communication and connection among students. The Enhancing Peer Network Project, a research initiative focused on building capacity for friendship and social communication development, is highlighted as a valuable resource for educators and families.
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