Structure and Philosophy Difference Between Traditional And Inclusive  Educataion

Some students do not ‘fit” in general education classes.

The teacher is the instructional leader

Students learn from teachers and teachers solve problems.

Students are purposely grouped by similar ability

Instruction is geared toward middle achieving students

Grade level placement is considered synonymous with curricular content

Instruction is  often passive, competitive and teacher directed

Students who do not “fit in” are excluded from general classes and activities.

All students “fit” in general education classrooms.

Collaborative teams share leadership responsibilities

Students and teachers learn from one another and solve problems together

Students are purposely grouped by differing abilities

Instruction is geared to match students at all levels of achievement

Grade level placement and individual curricular content are independent of each other

Instruction is active, creative, and collaborative, among members of the classroom

Activities are designed to include students through participation levels and are varied.