PED 4 Module 4-5

Special Ed and Inclusive Ed
Special Education Inclusive Education

- is the practice of - is the practice of educating
providing individualized students with disabilities alongside
instruction and support their peers without disabilities, in
to students with disabilities the same classroom. It is meant for
or learning difficulties. ALL learners.
Educational Agencies
of Inclusive Education
The National Association of Special Education Teachers
- The National Association of Special

Education Teachers (NASET) is a national
membership organization dedicated to rendering
all possible support and assistance to those
preparing for or teaching in the field of special
education. NASET was founded to promote the
profession of special education teachers and to
provide a national forum for their ideas.
The Council for Exceptional Children
- The CEC is “the largest international professional organization
dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with
disabilities and/or gifts and talents.” The organization is a driving
force behind policy, professional standards and advocacy changes
within the special education community, but it’s also a professional
development resource for professionals (or would-be professionals)
in the field.
With an eye on improving the quality of life of students with

disabilities and/or gifts and talents, the CEC site is a great resource
for the most recent preparation and practice standards External link ,
as well as community new
The Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps (TASH)
- TASH is an international advocate for people with

“significant disabilities and support needs,” and
they’re particularly active in the education sector as
they focus on diversity and inclusion. TASH promotes
policy research and effective practices that impact
individuals with disabilities in and out of the
classroom. The organization demands “access to the
curriculum” for all. They offer online training programs
for educators who work with the severely disabled.
National Organization on Disability
- NOD researches, develops and demonstrates “creative
approaches to disability employment issues,” which includes
working directly with corporations in a consulting capacity,
designing work programs any employers can use, and/or
researching new approaches that help bridge the employment
gap for people with disabilities.
- Though not directly related to school-aged children,
their research it's particularly important to issues your
students may face as they get older, such as workplace
experiences.
National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
- The NCLD hopes to improve the lives of children and adults

with learning disabilities by “empowering parents and young
adults, transforming schools and advocating for equal rights and
opportunities.” The NCLD specializes in learning and attention
issues, so its website is a great source of news, publications and
and the LD Navigator in these areas of special education.
- Teachers and administrators alike might also want to know
about the NCLD’s scholarships for students with learning and
attention issues, and for schools that demonstrate success in
addressing the needs of students with LDs.
The Arc
- The Arc is an association for people with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. They
are the largest community-based organization of
its kind, and encompasses a wide range of
developmental, neurological, and physical
disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder,
Down Syndrome, and Fragile X Syndrome, among
others.
The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) & IDEA.gov
- As part of the U.S. Department of Education, OSERS is

a supporting force behind many programs that serve
people with disabilities. You’ll want to familiarize yourself
with the many grants the department offers, especially
those related to the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA).
- As for the IDEA site, its OSEP’s official resource
website features all things IDEA-implementation:
evaluation tools, IEP information and guidelines for issues
like discipline.
The Important Role
of Parents
in Special Education
The Important Role of Parents
1. Active Member of IEP Team
- They may believe team

members perceive them as less
knowledgeable about teaching or
as obstacles to the decision-making
process, especially if they disagree
with the educators.
2. Parents Provide Critical Input
- Parents and guardians know

their children better than anyone
else and have the most complete
understanding of a child's physical,
social, developmental, and family
history.
3. Parents Work More Closely With

Their Children than Other Adults Can
- Parents have the opportunity to sit side-
by-side with them, working through homework
and other learning activities for extended
periods. Parents may be the only adults who
closely observe students' work and get
feedback from their children. Consequently, no
one else has the perspective of a parent in a
meeting.
4. Parents Provide Vital Insight
- Only the parent accompanies the

child throughout these important school
and life transitions. The parents' input at
each transition can ensure that
appropriate services and supports are in
place and increase the chances of the
child's success in the new program.
5. Parents Are Their Child's Best

Advocate
- There is no one as interested
in and motivated to see a child
succeed and thrive than their own
parents, and this alone places the
parent in a crucial role on the IEP
team.
How can you advocate for
your child?
•Correspond with teachers and other professionals in writing whenever possible, and hang
on to these communications. Hopefully, you will not need to refer back to any of these
records, but if the need arises, you will have them in black and white.
•Keep careful records of your child's education, including any testing and any IEP reports.
Find a way to file these carefully so that you have them on hand readily if needed.
•Learn as much as you can about their disability.
•Observe your child's learning styles. Despite the specialized tests which attempt to discern
how children learn best, parents are in the best position to watch this in action every single
day.

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Special Ed and Inclusive Ed

Special Education Inclusive Education

- The National Association of Special

With an eye on improving the quality of life of students with

- TASH is an international advocate for people with

- The NCLD hopes to improve the lives of children and adults

- As part of the U.S. Department of Education, OSERS is

1. Active Member of IEP Team

- They may believe team

2. Parents Provide Critical Input

- Parents and guardians know

3. Parents Work More Closely With

4. Parents Provide Vital Insight

- Only the parent accompanies the

5. Parents Are Their Child's Best

•Learn as much as you can about their disability.

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