This semester, you will continue your journey learning about the Dimensions of Belonging. As peers, you play an important role in promoting a sense of belonging for all students, and especially for students with disabilities in your school.
This week, you will have a quick review of the Dimensions of Belonging. You will watch a couple of short clips about the dimensions featuring Dr. Erik Carter who played a key role in their development. You will also revisit a couple of the reading materials from last semester to help you reorient to the dimensions.
Instructions
First, watch The 10 Dimensions of Belonging More Than Just a Buzzword (Erik Carter).
Next watch Creating a Welcoming World: Simple Steps to Make a Big Impact.
Then, review Dimensions of Belonging: Present, Invited, and Welcomed.
After that, review Dimensions of Belonging: Known, Accepted, and Involved.
Finally, complete the Week 3 Reflection.
Carter, E. W., & Biggs, E. E. (2021). Creating communities of belonging for students with significant cognitive disabilities. University of Minnesota, TIES Center. https://publications.ici.umn.edu/ties/peer-engagement/belonging/introduction
Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education [@think_inclusive]. (2024, September 19). Creating a welcoming world: Simple steps to make a big impact [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z0Y-b1NPSYc
Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education [@think_inclusive]. (2024, September 19). The 10 dimensions of belonging more than just a buzzword (erik carter) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xN6n0akvn4E