Module 1: Inclusionary Practices Handbook Introduction Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 2: Schoolwide Collaborative Practices Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 3: IEP Teaming and Academic Standards Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 4: Collaborative Teaming, Skills and Strategies in Schools Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 5: Communication for Inclusion Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 6: Classroom Action Steps Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Module 7: Building Capacity for Collaboration
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Module 8: Collaboration Across Grade Levels and Learning Environments Interactive Agenda (doc)
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Chapter 1: Inclusionary Practices Handbook Synchronous Modules
Overview
This is a nine-module synchronous training for teachers created using the Washinton State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Inclusionary Practices Handbook, Section One, Chapter One; Collaborative Practices that Support Inclusion. These modules offer participants opportunities to engage and collaborate around practices to support making their classrooms more inclusive for all students.
Module 1: Inclusionary Practices Handbook Introduction
This is the Interactive Agenda for Module 1: Inclusionary Practices Handbook Introduction.
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Description of Module Participants will get a glimpse into the past and current experiences of students with disabilities as they learn about how student placement has evolved over the past 40 years. Legal and ethical considerations for student placement will be reviewed along with the research on the power and potential of increased inclusion for all students in our public schools. Participants will get an opportunity to discuss their own experiences and reflect on how they can support moving inclusion forward. Module Objectives Participants will:
Module Steps Inclusion as a priority Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) Benefits of Inclusion Shelley More Video - Benefits of Inclusion https://youtu.be/PQgXBhPh5Zo CHAT ALERT: Who else might you invite to the next training to make this happen? Inclusion defined Breakout Room: Discussion (10 minute) Large Group Share (2 minutes) Take 10 minutes to discuss as a group these three questions
Rights based perspectives Special Education and LRE Breakout Room: Discussion (10 minutes) Large Group Share (5 minutes) Take 10 minutes to discuss as a group these three questions
Deconstructing Disability and Shifting Mindsets Components of Disability Awareness Comparing Mindsets about Inclusion CHAT ALERT: Which one of these resonated with you the most? Breakout Room: LRE Self Assessment Tool Jigsaw (17 minutes) Inclusionary Practices Handbook page 12 Each person in the Breakout Room gets one of the 6 sections to review and share with their Breakout group. (5 minutes to read and analyze the tool) (12 minutes to share = 2 minutes each) CHAT ALERT: Send the link for the LRE self-assessment tool to one person in your district right now. Who did you send it to? Why? What’s Next--9 Module Share Out |
Module 2: Schoolwide Collaborative Practices
This is an interactive agenda for Module 2: Schoolwide Collaborative Practices.
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Mindsets & Beliefs That Support Collaboration Inclusive Language Culturally Responsive Collaboration Description of ModuleIn this module, you will reflect on your mindsets and beliefs as they relate to students with disabilities in inclusive settings and how a schoolwide culture of collaboration can be fostered. To support this work, you will view examples and explore practical solutions to begin using inclusive language and reflect on what cultural responsiveness looks like in a team setting. The module will conclude with a reflective assignment that will help you apply what you have learned in your school.Module ObjectivesParticipants will:
Module StepsThis module cover pages 16-21 from the Inclusionary Practices Handbook Mindsets & Beliefs that Support Collaboration
Inclusionary Language
Culturally Responsive Collaboration
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Module 3: IEP Teaming and Academic Standards
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Roles and Responsibilities Breaking down the standards Description of ModuleThis module will examine and delineate the different roles each Individualized Education Program (IEP) team member holds within the group, and show why each member is an integral part of the team. We will examine the importance of developing goals connected to the Common Core Standards during the IEP process. We need to consider that students with disabilities are general education students first and that special education services supplement the grade level, general education curriculum, and standards. This module will explore how to unpack the Common Core standards and focus on the present levels and needs of each student, using accommodations and modifications, to support the student’s learning and access to the general education curriculum, as is mandated by law. Module ObjectivesParticipants will learn:
Module Steps
Additional Resources Inclusionary Practices Handbook Roles and Responsibilities Section pg 21-23 Inclusionary Practices
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Module 4: Collaborative Teaming, Skills and Strategies in Schools
This is an interactive agenda for Module 4: Collaborative Teaming, Skills and Strategies in Schools.
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Collaborative Teaming in Schools Collaborative Skills and Strategies Description of ModuleA collaborative team is defined as two or more people working together to accomplish a common goal that is directly related to student outcomes in an inclusive environment. In this module you will explore the importance of building a team structure, communication skills, teamwork strategies, and coordinating time and actions for teaming success. Module Objectives Participants will learn:
Module Steps Step 1: A case study about Billy. OSPI Inclusionary Practices Handbook, page 17 Step 2: What does it mean to have collaboration across all system levels? OSPI Inclusionary Practices Handbook, page 18 Step 3: Write Just a Minute- take one minute and complete this sentence. Be ready to share. “I believe collaborative teaming is…” Step 4: Watch Short Video on The Importance of Collaborative Teaming from the National Center for Learning Disabilities. Step 5: Think & Share Activity
Step 6: Read Collaborative Teaming Matrix from the OSPI Inclusionary Practices Handbook, page 28 Step 7: Barriers & Solutions Table Adapted from the article: Eight Things Teams Do to Sabotage their Work, ASCD publication Step 8: Metaphors for Collaboration Activity Reflection:
Activity: Think about a situation in which you have participated in where collaboration was supposed to occur. How did it go?
Step 9: Self Collaboration Activity OSPI Inclusionary Practices Handbook, APPENDIX 1-B: COLLABORATION SELF-ASSESSMENT TOOL, pg.40-41
Step 10 Chat Alert
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Module 5: Communication for Inclusion
This is an interactive agenda for Module 5: Communication for Inclusion.
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Communication skills for collaboration Communication with families Description of ModuleEffective communication is key for the engagement of all team members when collaborating around inclusion. In this module we will be focusing on: Successful team communication skills, including:
Module Objectives Participants will learn:
Module StepsStep 1: Consider the different areas of teaching from When Special and General Educators Collaborate, Everybody Wins that benefit from open communication between the general education and special education teacher to make inclusion successful. Step 2: Collectively review the chart from the OSPI Inclusionary Practices Handbook (p. 25) of Communications Skills and Barriers, Step 3: In Breakout Rooms utilizing the IPH chart and the list from Elena Aguliar: Behaviors That Foster and Undermine Effective Conversations, follow the P-Q-P Protocol, choosing at least one area to share. Step 4: Reflect on the importance of communicating successfully with families Step 5: Article Share- Read 1 of 2 articles (Listening to Parents of Children with Disabilities, IEP: Students Benefit When We Collaborate) and share your biggest takeaways from the article you read. Some things to think about are:
Step 6: Activity: think of 2-3 words or phrases that are commonly used in education or special education that non-education people would not understand, and come up with definitions or descriptions of the words to use with families to better help them understand the situations and processes related to inclusion. |
Module 6: Classroom Action Steps
This is an interactive agenda for Module 6: Classroom Action Steps.
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Collaborative lesson planning Co-Teaching Collaboration with para’s Description of ModuleIn this module, you will consider steps that you can take in the classroom to create a more effective inclusive learning environment. You will be exposed to some key components of effective collaborative lesson planning, co-teaching and backwards design lesson planning. You will also be given strategies to improve your collaborative relationship with paraprofessionals. We will be covering p. 27-31 of the Inclusionary Practices Handbook. Module ObjectivesParticipants will:
Module Steps
Additional Resources Other Resources About Co-Teaching Other Resources About Collaborating with Paraeducators
Other Resources About Collaborating Around Lesson Planning For more information about ensuring your collaboration time is a success, click on one of the resource links below:
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Module 7: Building Capacity for Collaboration
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Description of ModuleIn this module, participants will learn about the importance of reflective practice and Professional Learning Communities as they relate to building capacity for teachers and teams to implement inclusionary practices. Module ObjectivesIn part 1, participants will learn:
In part 2, participants will learn:
Module Steps
Part 2: PLC
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Module 8: Collaboration Across Grade Levels and Learning Environments
This is an interactive agenda for Module 8: Collaboration Across Grade Levels and Learning Environments.
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Collaboration: Early Childhood, Elementary school, Secondary school, Transition age Description of Module Collaboration, in regards to inclusion, looks different across grade levels and learning environments. Every district, school, and individual teacher’s structures, priorities, and needs must be considered when designing a culture that values collaboration. This module is designed so you choose the learning pathway that is perfect for you and the role you play in your school/district. Module Objectives
Module Steps The Handbook
While reading, think about:
Article Read: Choose one age level to read
While reading, think about: One Takeaway that you could share with other participants. Videos: While watching, think about: Of the 5 teacher collaboration and co-teaching models, which one might you find valuable incorporating into your current teaching position? While watching, think about: What are things that you, your school, or district do that help to build relationships with families? What are some ideas you would like to try? Reflection Into Action
Two-Part Assessment
Additional Resources TED Talk: Podcasts: Elementary Secondary Videos
Planning Tools
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Module 9: Team Building: Operational Goal Writing and Summary
This is an interactive agenda for Module 9: Team Building: Operational Goal Writing.
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Module Description
Module Objectives Participants will:
Module Steps Writing the Team Goal
Leveraging Your Strengths Read pg. 36 (Summary) - Reflect/Discuss
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