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Shereen Pattiea Post 1

• 2 May 2021, 11:25 PM

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Inclusion is important in schools as it allows the child/children to feel accepted as they are catered for in the environment. Two important features of an inclusive school would include the teacher/administrator along with the physical environment.

As teachers we should be able to facilitate inclusion in the classroom as it may be difficult sometimes, it starts with our attitude towards the child/children, seeking their best interest along with being able to cater for their individual needs. This may include be not limited to engaging in research along with discussion with others in the field to assist the child/children.

The physical environment plays a critical role as it would allow the child to feel safe and comfortable. It includes the architectural design, the arrangement of furnishing and floor covering, selection and placement of materials, design and display of physical materials, lighting and sounds.
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Gail Badree Post 2 in reply to 1

• 7 May 2021, 2:56 AM

I agree with you Shereen. If the school promotes inclusion by having the physical environment set up and the teachers’ attitudes are welcoming and accepting, then children with learning disabilities will feel a sense of belong and families will also feel accepted and comfortable to work with and support staff. Families play a big part in a child’s life more so if the child has a disability.


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Marion Kent Post 3 in reply to 1

• 7 May 2021, 4:26 PM

Well said.  Teacher and administration attitude is key as their positive responses allows for children to feel accepted and later motivated to learn and succeed.


Professional development and continuous training helps to build competence in these areas as well.  Also adding value to a more collaborative teacher-teacher, teacher-child, and teacher-parent interactions on a daily basis.