Assessment Question 9 – Inclusive Learning Strategies

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Assessment Question 9 – Inclusive Learning Strategies In Inclusive learning we need to make sure students have full access to either an education or training whilst being treated equally and fairly, regardless of their needs, abilities or disabilities and most importantly without prejudice. In simple term’s it is about including and not excluding learners. This statement is backed up in both Ann Gravells book when she says. ‘Some learners could feel excluded during your session if their particular needs are not met.’ (2011, p.49) and in Linda Wilson's book when she states that inclusion is 'about creating interesting, varied and inspiring learning opportunities for all learners; ensuring all learners contribute and are never disadvantaged by methods, language or resources.' (2008, p.153). These two statements make sense because if a student feel's excluded and their needs are not met, then they will most likely not be motivated which may inhibit their overall development. Ann Gravells says in her book that ‘differentiation is about using a range of different approaches and resources to meet the needs of individuals and groups.’(2011, p.63). This means that teachers should endeavour to meet learning needs and create an environment where all students can be included in the learning process. This would involve planning, examining teaching methods and styles, effective use of resources and also how we, assess the students and ourselves. It is unlikely that I will meet with any new students before the first session so I must rely on the information given in their application form and the report of the initial meeting with recruitment staff. It makes it very difficult to take the needs of a student into consideration if the student and parents are not willing to disclose needs to us. It must be noted though that inclusion is a collaborative process that
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