Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition: (A user-friendly guide to instructional strategies that create an inclusive classroom for diverse learners)

by Toby J Karten

Overview

In a world filled with diverse students, inclusive education is more important than ever. Rely on the second edition of this user-friendly guide to help you provide a strong learning path for all students in your classroom, with a focus on special needs. The resource includes powerful new strategies, updated best practices, and the latest research to propel your efforts in cultivating inclusive classrooms.

Use this resource to create more inclusive classrooms that help students thrive to the point of exceeding expectations:

• Recognize the necessity of inclusion in learning environments and the legal aspects of inclusion in education.
• Gain a foundational understanding of the varied students and diverse learners who inhabit today’s classrooms.
• Learn how to strengthen your inclusive, diverse classroom by building collaborative partnerships with co-teachers, special educators, inclusion coaches, and administrators.
• Explore methods of inclusion across a spectrum of subjects and teaching strategies, as well as how to involve parents and students in the collaborative learning process.
• Deepen your understanding of the impact social-emotional learning (SEL) has on academic performance.
• Understand how to organize a multitiered system of support (MTSS) in inclusive classrooms.

Contents:
Introduction
Part 1: Promoting Learning in the Inclusive Classroom
Chapter 1: Understanding the Inclusive Classroom
Chapter 2: Organizing for Instruction
Chapter 3: Addressing Students’ Needs
Chapter 4: Using Embedded Assessments, Accommodations, and Individualized Data
Part 2: Strategies for Effective Curriculum Practice
Chapter 5: Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Literacy and Communication
Chapter 6: Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Mathematics
Chapter 7: Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Social Studies and Science
Chapter 8: Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Art, Music, Theater, and Movement
Chapter 9: Using an Interdisciplinary Thematic Approach
Chapter 10: Developing Transitional Plans
Part 3: Maintaining the Inclusive Classroom
Chapter 11: Practicing Professional Collaboration
Chapter 12: Honoring Inclusion
Appendix A: Abbreviations for the Inclusive Classroom
Appendix B: Legal Aspects of Inclusion
Index

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781951075217
Publisher:	Solution Tree Press
Publication date:	09/18/2020
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	296
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

About the Author ix

Introduction 1

In This Second Edition 3

About This Book 5

part 1 Promoting Learning in the Inclusion Classroom 7

Chapter 1 Understanding the Inclusion Classroom 9

Inclusion by Law 10

An Understanding of Students' Needs 15

Social, Emotional, and Academic Growth 21

Bibliotherapy 24

Behavioral Approaches 26

Social-Emotional Learning, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support, and Restorative Practices 30

Communication 35

The Role of the Educator 37

Chapter 2 Organizing for Instruction 39

Multitiered System of Supports 40

Cooperative and Peer-Assisted Learning 47

Differentiated Instruction 48

Understanding by Design 52

Universal Design for Learning 53

Multiple Intelligences, Sensory Modalities, and Technology 55

Organizational Structures and Instruction 59

Show What You Know 63

MTSS Planning 64

Progress Monitoring 66

Chapter 3 Addressing Students' Needs 69

High-Leverage Practices 69

Strategic Learners 70

Attention and Motivation 73

Pacing and Complexity 74

Effective Co-Teaching and Collaborative Practices 76

Appropriate Interventions for Specific Students 79

Beyond the Labels 93

Inclusion Educator Checklist 95

Inclusion Classroom Checklist 96

Ideal Versus Pseudo Inclusion 97

Sponge Activities 98

Chapter 4 Using Embedded Assessments, Accommodations, and Individualized Data 101

Data 102

Accommodations and Modifications 104

How to Avoid Learned Helplessness 110

Sample inclusion Lessons 111

Functional Assessments to Highlight Strengths 112

Functional Behavioral Assessments 117

The Merits of Mistakes 119

My Lesson Plan 121

part 2 Applying Strategies for Effective Curriculum Practice 123

Chapter 5 Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Literacy and Communication 125

Reading Differences 125

Reading Strategies 126

Writing Strategies 138

Communication Strategies 143

Strategies for English Learners 146

Early Literacy Skills 148

Letters Mastery 149

Story Element Planner 150

Story Frame 151

Transitional Words List for Primary Grades 152

Transitional Words List for Secondary Grades 153

Sensory Words List for Primary Grades 154

Sensory Words List for Secondary Grades 155

Writing for an Audience 156

Chapter 6 Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Mathematics 157

Mathematics Representations 159

Mathematics Beyond the Worksheet 161

MTSS Mathematics Recommendations 163

Mathematics Strategies for Mixed-Ability Classrooms 165

Computational Fluency 166

Mathematics Interview Assignment 169

Living Mathematics Through Sports 170

Living Mathematics Through Cooking 171

Living Mathematics Through Shopping 172

Living Mathematics Through Eating Out 173

Chapter 7 Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Social Studies and Science 175

The Social Studies Curriculum 175

The Science Curriculum 177

Social Studies and Science Strategies 178

PEP Activity 189

Enlightening Details Activity 190

Chapter 8 Implementing Inclusion Strategies for Art, Music, Physical Education, and Life Skills 191

Artful Education 192

Music Matters 194

Physical Education 195

Life Skills 197

People Finder 200

Chapter 9 Using an Interdisciplinary Thematic Approach 201

Lesson Strategies 202

Thematic Planning 206

Interdisciplinary Thematic Planner 207

Chapter 10 Developing Transitional Plans 209

Goal Setting 210

Strategies 211

Interests and Strengths Questionnaire 215

part 3 Maintaining the Inclusion Classroom 217

Chapter 11 Practicing Professional Collaboration 219

Inclusion Players 219

Collaboration and Communication 225

Professional Development 227

Lesson or Unit Review 231

Inclusion Professional Development Follow-Up 232

Collaboration Checklist 233

Co-Teaching Planner 234

Chapter 12 Honoring Inclusion 235

Disability Awareness 235

How to Help All Learners Succeed 238

Inclusion as an Evolutionary Process 238

Inclusion Takeaways 240

Sum It Up 241

Appendix A Acronyms for the Inclusion Classroom 243

Appendix B Legal Aspects of Inclusion 247

Legislation That Impacts Academic Supports 247

Legislation That Impacts Behavioral Supports 249

Impact of Legislation on Tiered Instruction 250

Impact of Section 504 in Inclusion Classrooms 250

Impact of ESSA in Inclusion Classrooms 251

Impact of ADA in Inclusion Classrooms 251

References and Resources 253

Index 279

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"Toby Karten has done it again! Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition is an easy-to-understand text that explains the legal foundations of inclusion and provides teachers with reflective self-assessments, strategies across the curriculum, and templates to monitor student progress. The second edition is replete with practical resources for inclusion teachers and their general education partners, providing all they need to be successful in the inclusion classroom." —Michael Reinknecht, director of special education, West Morris Regional High School District, New Jersey

"Read this book with a fresh batch of highlighters! Toby J Karten's Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition belongs on every educator's bookshelf. She masterfully merges research and practice into a work that is chock full of critical information and countless strategies for next-day implementation. Timely and relevant, this is a book that teachers will reach for again and again to support every learner." —Suzy Pepper Rollins, educational author and consultant

"From understanding the inclusion classroom as a theoretical construct through highly specific models, to organizational structures and content-specific strategies, Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition has it all. For the new educator or the seasoned veteran, this is a must-have resource for doing inclusion right." —Harold M. Tarriff, retired director of special services; field supervisor, The College of New Jersey

"In Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition, Toby J. Karten offers an updated and thorough account of what inclusion is—and what it isn't—in today's educational programs. Presenting an academic treasure trove of strategies and interventions, and delivering an honest appraisal of effectively educating diverse students in changing learning environments, Karten provides a journey into all realms of the inclusion field. Educators will be equipped with the tools they need to ensure all students can learn to the best of their abilities." —Marianne E. Henry, adjunct instructor, Regional Training Center, New Jersey

"Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition is a must-read, comprehensive guide that educators of any level and discipline will benefit from exploring. This book is sure to have a place on readers' desks as they create plans to reach all learners. The easy-to-implement strategies presented in this book can be used the very next day in any classroom, virtual or in person." —Dana Cansian, supervisor of curriculum and instruction, Kenilworth Public Schools, Illinois

"In Inclusion Strategies and Interventions, Second Edition, Toby J. Karten recognizes that the work to create a successful inclusion setting is never done. This resource provides an excellent guide for anyone at any point along this journey. Starting with foundation-setting information positions the reader to understand all the roles and viewpoints of everyone involved in the inclusion classroom. The subject-specific guidance speaks to the author's extensive experience in many different instructional settings. Readers will be able to refer back to this book throughout their teaching career as a means to continue effective teaching practices for all in the classroom." —Jameel Misbahuddin, STEM supervisor and professor