2018 TASH Conference

This session addresses the topic of inclusion with particular focus on how pre-service teachers view inclusion through service learning. The experiential learning provides opportunities for candidates to deepen their perspectives and maximize their understanding of inclusion for all learners through hand-on experiences and reflection. Pre-service teachers conduct open dialogue interviews with teachers in the field, paraprofessionals, administrators, and families to determine how the school community addresses inclusion. Other experiential activities include attending IEP/Section 504 meetings, engaging in community advocacy experiences, and participating in other professional development opportunities.