Tell of two things that you will take forward from this course into your practice.

• Firstly, within the past few years of my teaching experience I have had an opportunity to include children with special needs and disabilities in my classroom. At that time managing an ‘inclusive classroom’ was all new to me and of course I had my concerns. I had learn how to adapt in many ways; my teaching style and the learning materials I provided, but most importantly the way in which I dealt with each child as an individual in my classroom setting. Reflecting on these experiences as I read through this course content, reiterated to me the importance of having a changed mind set and the positive attitudes towards inclusion a teach must possess. Going forward I will use the examples and resources shared throughout this course to ensure that all children have the opportunities they need to learn in a classroom environment where they feel welcomed, safe, and have a sense of belonging regardless of their abilities.
• Secondly, with the understanding that policies influence how teachers and children interact, and develop mutual respect, improving the ethos and culture of my school is important. Therefore, I will revisit the policies set in place for behavior management at my school, with the intent to reinforce the policies outlined in the school’s policy handbook for positive behaviour management and with collaboration and the suggestions from my co-workers and  administrator, be committed to creating new policies where needed to develop and strengthen a positive inclusive school ethos.