Planning for the Inclusive Classroom: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners
Abstract
Students with a wide range of academic abilities and behavioral needs are represented in general education classrooms. This article provides practical suggestions for individualizing instruction within a large class to meet the needs of diverse learners. The article describes the Planning Pyramid, a format for planning multilevel lessons; provides special considerations for students with behavior problems; and offers suggestions to support teachers through the use of effective staff development programs.Downloads
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2000-03-01
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Gould, A., & Vaughn, S. (2000). Planning for the Inclusive Classroom: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners. Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 3(3). Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/cej/article/view/162
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