ERIC Number: EJ1022334
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 16
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Leading Inclusive Reform for Students with Disabilities: A School- and Systemwide Approach
Theoharis, George; Causton, Julie
Theory Into Practice, v53 n2 p82-97 2014
It is of great importance to maximize access to general education for all students with disabilities. This article focuses on how leaders create inclusive schools for all students--inclusive school reform. Inclusive school reform can result in all students with disabilities being placed into general education settings (including students with significant disabilities, students with mild disabilities, students with emotional disabilities, students with autism…all students) and providing inclusive services to meet their needs while eliminating pullout or self-contained special education programs. In this article, we outline a 7-part process, as well as a set of tools for schools to use to create authentically inclusive schools.
Descriptors: Educational Change, Leadership Role, Inclusion, Mainstreaming, Change Strategies, Accessibility (for Disabled), Educational Planning, Educational Objectives, Delivery Systems, Teamwork, Alignment (Education), Classroom Techniques, Educational Environment, Student Needs, Regular and Special Education Relationship, Planning, Systems Approach
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Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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