Course description
“Don't We Already Do Inclusion?” Part 1: Prioritizing the Process & Identifying Imposters
Are you trying to learn more about inclusive schooling today? Do you wonder how to support students with disabilities in general education classrooms? Are you seeking new ideas for working in K-12 classrooms, collaborating with colleagues, and elevating your practice? If you answered “yes” to any one of these questions, this session is for you. The examples and illustrations in this presentation are designed to help participants understand that the pursuit of inclusion is not a destination, but an ongoing journey—even for those schools and districts that already identify as inclusive. To this end, Dr. Kluth will discuss characteristics of high-quality inclusive schools. She will explore ideas (e.g., focus on process vs. placement) that will help any stakeholder create more welcoming and supportive classrooms for students with and without disabilities. This session features research, stories, and practical suggestions as well as a game show metaphor, a "20 ways to include" brainstorming strategy, and opportunities to consider "inclusion imposters".
About Paula
Dr. Paula Kluth is a consultant, author, advocate, and independent scholar who works with teachers and families to provide inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities and to create more responsive and engaging schooling experiences for all learners. She is a former K-12 special educator who has served as a classroom teacher, co-teacher, and inclusion facilitator. Paula has also been a university professor and has taught courses on both inclusion and disability studies. Most recently, Paula’s work has centered on helping teachers and administrators educate all students in their schools and classrooms.
About the Kansas Infinitec Inclusive Practitioner's Summit
Kansas Infinitec has been supporting and celebrating Kansas educators for decades. The Inclusive Practitioners' Summit is an opportunity to learn from these amazing educators who improve the lives of students every day. Register for additional sessions here.
Approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education clock hours for Kansas-licensed Speech-Language Pathologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- understand inclusion as a process (vs. as a place)
- learn a brainstorming process (20 Ways) appropriate for differentiating classroom routines/practices
evaluate school wide norms/practices & consider, “Is this authentic inclusion?”
Refund Policy
Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.