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📚 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻📚 Did you know that inclusive education benefits all students? Inclusive education leads to higher academic achievements and improved social skills for everyone involved. 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. Research shows that students with disabilities who learn in inclusive classrooms achieve better academic outcomes and have improved social skills compared to those in segregated settings. Our services are designed to help schools and organisations develop inclusive cultures and support diverse needs. You can learn more about how we can help your institution create a more inclusive environment for all students. https://lnkd.in/dJyTPam6

Educational Equality: Our Shared Responsibility! 🤝📚 Educational equality is not just a goal; it's a shared responsibility. Join hands with us to ensure every child gets a fair chance. #EqualityForEducation Ensuring educational equality is a responsibility we all share. Let's come together to bridge gaps and create a level playing field for every child. 🌐💙 #SharedResponsibility #EqualOpportunities

I am very proud to share "Building Belonging: Harnessing the Power of Education in a Time of Demographic Change." This collaborative report from Re-Imagining Migration and The History Co:Lab delves into the critical importance of fostering a sense of belonging within educational ecosystems, particularly in light of the profound demographic shifts and increasing diversity in classrooms across the United States. It highlights the urgent need for educational practices that not only acknowledge but celebrate diversity as a cornerstone of a vibrant and inclusive society. Our research underscores the essential role that schools play as community hubs where students from all backgrounds can feel secure, accepted, and valued. Despite their potential as centers of learning and community engagement, many schools face challenges in cultivating a strong sense of belonging due to outdated policies, narrow academic focus, and insufficient resources. The report outlines actionable strategies for building belonging in schools, emphasizing the importance of trust, safety, inclusion, diversity celebration, and ongoing learning. It also calls for collective responsibility and commitment to creating safe spaces for dialogue and fostering a sense of identity and belonging among students and their families. The report is free and was written by Meisha Lamb-Bell, Fernande Raine, and me. Please share it widely. https://lnkd.in/eQWmAEea

Victoria University is proud to announce that applications for the 'New Frontiers in Policy, Advocacy, and Justice' Project and Industry Scholarship are now open. We invite suitably qualified people to apply for the scholarship, that aims to support research into the ways we may empower educators with the knowledge and skills to champion LGBTQI+ inclusive education in today's challenging societal and political landscape. Project Title: In-service & Pre-service Teachers' Abilities to Deliver LGBTQI+ Inclusive Education in an Era of Governmentality & Intolerance (PRO-24016) Project Overview: This timely research aims to explore the efficacy of educators to uphold inclusive educational practices for LGBTQI+ communities amidst increasing government oversight and societal intolerance. Through a qualitative methodology (or QUALquan) encompassing a national survey, interviews, and classroom observations, the project will explore the various challenges teachers face—from legislative hurdles to insufficient training and community pushback. The outcomes of the project are expected to be based on an exploration of strategies and best practices occurring now, to lay the groundwork for future policy reform and enhanced inclusivity in educational spaces. Supervisors: Associate Professor Mark Vicars (mark.vicars@vu.edu.au) Dr. Janine Arantes (Aldous) (janine.arantes@vu.edu.au) Eligibility Criteria: Australian or New Zealand citizens Australian permanent residents What We Offer: A unique opportunity to contribute to significant educational reform Access to an environment that values diversity and inclusion Support and guidance from leading scholars in the field A potential scholarship to aid your research journey (pending selection criteria) Application Process: For more information and to submit your application, please visit the VU scholarships page: https://lnkd.in/gNSUBvah Application Deadline: 5 May 2024 Let's build classrooms that celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for every student. #phd #phdscholarship #LGBTQI+ #teacher #inculsive #education #diversity #belonging #policy #NewFrontiersVU Please share widely.

🔎 ➡️ Did you know that at Brown University more than 1,600 students participate in Swearer Center community engagement programs each year? Learn more about this featured college on CollegeXpress! #colleges #highered #highereducation #collegesanduniversities #collegesearch #collegeadmission #exploringcolleges #students #highschoolstudents #collegestudents

Is freedom of expression or fostering an inclusive society more important? Here at Washington College we stand firm in the notion that both are core values of higher education that require each other. Read on to learn more about our Inclusivity and Academic Freedom Efforts of late. https://lnkd.in/eQaMRthE #highered #freespeech #inclusivity

Anyone need the secret to how higher education contributes to producing citizens our communities need? These are just some of the skills and transformations Penn State students are telling us, and that their coaches have observed, they've learned in their reflections after completing a wide variety of engagement experiences this past Spring: --Personal growth in cultural awareness and professional readiness for international challenges. --Adaptability and cultural competence gained from new environments. --Enhanced communication skills and a deeper understanding of cultural diversity. --Increased focus on civic responsibility and community engagement. --Broadened knowledge and skills in resource management. --Improved communication and open-mindedness, essential for helping professions. --Gained accountability and navigational skills in unfamiliar environments. --Deepened passion for commitment to authentic engagement in the industry. #EngagePennState #PennStateStudentEngagementNetwork

We know that all #students benefit when #teachers of different races and ethnicities are at the front of the classrooms leading lessons. But what’s the first step to hiring a diverse school staff? Believing it’s possible. Education Week shares 3 tips on how to get there: https://lnkd.in/ebSh6j_y #EdChat #K12 #SchoolLeaders #Diversity #TeachersOfLinkedIn

Inclusive education promotes cooperation and teamwork. It seeks to dismantle obstacles and build a more welcoming community where all students have an equal opportunity to succeed. If you are a special educator looking for ways to implement this and know more, watch the video till the end. #inclusiveeducation #specialeducation #teachertrainingcourse #asiancollegeofteachers #teachandtouchlives #inclusionforall #infotainment

Diversity in the classroom isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. With 79% of public school teachers identifying as White and non-Hispanic, there's a clear disparity in representation compared to our diverse student populations. The importance of having more teachers of color cannot be overstated: it promotes inclusivity, enhances student self-esteem, and has been linked to better academic outcomes for students of color. That's why our mission at ULC is to work towards an education system that mirrors the rich diversity of our society. 📚✨ #DiversityInEducation #RepresentationMatters #EmpowerThroughEducation #teachersofcolor #ULCInspires #UrbanLearningCollaborative #Education #LearnwithULC #LearnwithU