Inclusion and Teaching in Chicago

Best Blog: Brenda's inclusion blog (entitled In-kloo-zhuhn) is my best find of the summer. I like it because she uses research to back up every claim and idea. Her  blog post on how to provide access for all students is beyond fantastic.  She explains both why all students should be included in instruction and how. I didn't know there were other Inclusion Facilitators out there blogging and to make things even more fantastic, Brenda's from Canada which is where I'm originally from. The coolest! Best Video: This cute, animated video  about inclusion makes the giant, neon wheels inside my head spin around. It could be used with both educators and students. I could incorporate this into this year's Unique Week ! Runner-Up Best Video: This video shows actual footage on how to support all students in a fully inclusive pre-school classroom. Best Blog for Coaches: Ms. Houser is an instructional coach and provides heaps of tools and advice for her fellow coache...

Best Website: I just discovered Julie Causton's website. Here is the list of articles she has written about inclusion, lesson plan, parent advocacy, research, behavior, Autism, etc., etc., etc. It is a goldmine of meaningful articles and information. My favorite article from the list is this one . Best Blog: Think Inclusive has articles, opinion pieces, and links to other great content. I could spend hours here. Check out my favorite post on the 100 top inclusive links. It's solid. Best Video: Dan Habib's short videos are incredible. I think all of his public videos would add to any PD given. My favorite Vimeo video of his will always be  Thaysa  but this new clip about Nathaniel Orellana packs a lot of great information in 76 seconds. Also I have to include this one with Keith Jones. He's just so eloquent and fantastic.