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Why Schools Overuse Paraprofessionals in Inclusive Education (and What to Do Instead) ~ 1015

Watch the episode on YouTube Why Schools Overuse Paraprofessionals in Inclusive | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Michael Giangreco is a University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Special Education at the University of Vermont and is affiliated with the UVM Center on Disability and Community Inclusion. He’s authored over 200 publications, presented across the U.S. and internationally, and is known for

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Characteristics of Fully Inclusive Schools: A Conversation with TASH Leaders ~ 1010

Watch the episode on YouTube Characteristics of Fully Inclusive Schools: A Conv | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Debbie Taub — TASH board member and technical assistance provider with the TIES Center, a national TA center focused on building inclusive systems for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Also brings a parent perspective as

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The Art of Advocacy: Charmaine Thaner on Building Inclusive Schools ~ 1009

Watch the episode on YouTube The Art of Advocacy: Charmaine Thaner on Building | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Charmaine Thaner is an inclusion advocate and founder of Collaborative Special Education Advocacy. She’s a former self‑contained special education teacher who became a general education teacher for 15 years, and now works alongside families and

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Reimagining Special Education: Jenna Rufo on How Inclusion Builds Equity for All Students ~ 906

Watch the episode on YouTube Reimagining Special Education: Jenna Rufo on How I | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Dr. Jenna Rufo is an author, educator, and inclusive education consultant who founded empowerED School Solutions to help districts implement inclusive practices. She previously served as a special education administrator, director, and assistant superintendent, after beginning her

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The Good Things in Life: Building Inclusive Lives with Genia Stephen ~ 902

Watch the episode on YouTube. The Good Things in Life: Building Inclusive Lives | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Genia Stephen — founder and host of the Good Things In Life podcast. She supports families to help kids with intellectual disabilities build inclusive lives at home, school, and in the community. She’s also a midwife with 10+

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Creating Effective Participation Plans for Students with Extensive Support Needs ~ 806

Watch the episode on YouTube. Creating Effective Participation Plans for Student | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Dr. Jennifer (“Jenny”) Kurth is an associate professor of special education at the University of Kansas. Her work centers on inclusive education for students with extensive and pervasive support needs, and she co-developed practical “participation plans” that general

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Creating Truly Inclusive Schools: Insights from Jennifer Spencer‑Iiams ~ 801

Watch the episode on YouTube. Creating Truly Inclusive Schools: Insights from Je | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Jennifer Spencer‑Iiams — Assistant Superintendent for the West Linn–Wilsonville School District (Greater Portland, OR). She co‑authored Leading for All: How to Create Truly Inclusive and Excellent Schools with Josh Flosi, and led districtwide transformation toward inclusive practices.  Episode Summary

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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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