Benefits of Inclusive Educaiton

Benefits of Inclusive Education

Inclusion fosters a sense of respect and belonging for all students and the opportunity to learn together and accept individual differences. Research shows that ALL STUDENTS have improved academic achievement and that there are no documented negative effects from inclusion done appropriately with the right classroom support in place.

The benefits of inclusive education are numerous for both students with and without disabilities.

For neurodiverse students:

• Friendships

• Increased social initiations, relationships and networks • Peer role models for academic, social and behavioral skills

• Increased achievement of IEP goals

• Greater access to general curriculum

• Enhanced skill acquisition and generalization • Increased inclusion in future environments • Greater opportunities for interactions

• Higher expectations

• Increased school staff collaboration

• Increased parent participation

• Families are more integrated into community

For neurotypical students:

• Meaningful friendships

• Increased appreciation and acceptance of individual differences

• Increased understanding and acceptance of diversity

• Respect for all people

• Prepares all students for adult life in an inclusive society

• Opportunities to master activities by practicing and teaching others

• Greater academic outcomes

• All students needs are better met, greater resources for everyone