The Evolution of Inclusion: The past and future of education

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

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[@hollis2025]

You are brilliant and I cannot wait to learn more from you in this series. Thank you for all you do!

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Thanks for watching Anne :)

[@ashyanaharricharran3458]

Shelley, I really appreciate your pointers on inclusion and how students with disabilities have both a physical space and meaningful connections. Would you please give some examples on how teachers can have students make meaningful connections to their peers? Activities or tasks and so forth? Like what are some of the things we can do? Thanks so much.

[@melodyrae9398]

Yes! Please direct me to first episode discussing the dots!

[@brookelawatch8539]

OMGOMGOMG! Thank you so much for providing a script for this on your website!! I am a teacher and am designing an entire unit about inclusion. I came across this video and really wanted to use it as the central text for my entire unit, and having it in word form makes it so I can determine the Lexile level and also do close reading strategies with it as well. THANK YOU!

[@TheJenafor]

You once asked me if I ever got tired of hearing you talk about inclusion and the answer is still nope! This is brilliant. I love the format and I always love hearing your message.

[@kirstielaruem]

"Breathing the same air is not enough." I am loving your view points and videos. These are things I would bring up for years to my husband, but never said them the way you do.

[@sandyopitz3928]

Nice, easy to understand video about what inclusion is. At the school I work at I love seeing the general education teacher work with ALL of the students in her classroom for math and reading groups. A co-teaching atmosphere gives a chance for all educators who enter the classroom to learn and understand each student's strengths and how to incorporate them into the learning environment.

[@vickieprice6134]

Shelley the way you approach your KZbin audience is amazing. Never seen this type of interaction with scenarios type idea. How you compare a person or anything to now is astonishing. Love how you do your powerful presentation. Showing the History of Inclusion is great. Thank you. An eye opener for all who views this presentation.

[@caitirwin6793]

Inclusion YES, AND with SUPPORTS is where we must do better.

[@ElijahandCrumpet]

Hi Shelley, I just watched again after a long time, as I had a link to this in my earlier videos! So good still. Since then Elijah has moved schools as his public school was failing to educate him. We also now have a Royal Commission looking at the state of education in Australia! Hope you are well :) Crumpet (Rob)

[@chrisdemeule3777]

The greatest barrier to inclusion is funding for appropriate support structures for students with disabilities. Classroom teachers can not do it on their own; policy makers and governments need to be part of the greater discussion of what is best for kids.

[@karendelong9710]

Couldn't have said it better myself. Thank you for reminding everyone about the history. Inclusion BC will share this with our network!

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Inclusion BC is the BEST! Thank you for all the work you do :)

[@sylt6849]

This is excellent. I have shared this video with so many….

[@jamesmurray2133]

Great videos... appreciate the vibes and reiteration of what EVERYONE should have brought to the forefront a while ago. GREAT STUFF!!!! GREAT REPRESENTATION OF ALL STUDENTS! "BREATHING THE SAME AIR IS NOT ENOUGH..." Great points made, across your videos. THANK-YOU! 🤝

[@jax1207]

Yes!!!!! I’m looking into that question now. Thanks for your video.

[@jonahhnatiuk3351]

Love this episode and can't wait for "Moore"? ;) We need you in every school!

[@michelgrenier2312]

Great video, will watch more of your content for sure. One thing escape me, why the thanks to Geraldo!? I lack the context and pop culture to understand the reference.

[@karencopeland5552]

Brilliant and easy to understand history of inclusion Shelley! Sharing :)

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

I totally thought of you when I was making this! #goparentsgo

[@karencopeland5552]

Well, I have QUITE the story to share with you one day :) Thank you for believing in the power of collaboration and encouraging this. #goShelleygo

[@haroldldoherty2894]

This video which is similar to so many everybody in one, mainstream classroom philosophies ignores evidence which doesn't fit its beliefs. It ignores those like my now 22 year old son with severe autism, intellectual disability and epilepsy for whom the mainstream classroom was harmful. He bit his hands every day because he was overwhelmed . Once moved to a vacant room with an autism, ABA trained aide the self injury stopped.. It was night and day. He completed his education with effective, evidence based ABA instruction in a separate location in the schools BUT interacted in various activities including swimming, apple picking, athletic events like outdoor runs etc. True inclusion requires evidence based accommodation which is what happened with my son because we, as his parents, looked after his well being and did not embrace the extreme view of inclusion which prevails here in New Brunswick, Canada and which appears to be presented in this bubbly feel good selling of extreme, non evidence based inclusion.

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Harold L Doherty hi Harold! I actually agree with you. Forcing kids into mainstream settings is just as harmful as forcing them into segregation. This isn’t just about place, but opportunities for support and opportunity. I am a firm believer that inclusion is voluntary. I am so happy that your son found the support he needs, and it sounds like he has many opportunities for inclusion in his community! If you are interested, you can also check out www.fivemooreminutes.com and you’ll find research supporting this episode as well as support for your perspective-because I think they are both valid. I appreciate your feedback, you are not alone in your perspective - because it is a fair one.

[@billyhamlan]

Completely agree with you. Extreme cases and even some not so extreme cases of intellectual disabilities don't fit all into one box...so it's much more safe to try and accommodate as best you can to your own child's needs.

[@Fodalo7]

There needs to be equity as well. It sounds like that's what's missing from the full inclusion perspective.

[@kbhom1]

This is amazing Shelley

[@AN-bo5ej]

The "next step" in the timeline is when all 4 diagrams and associated titles cease to exist. When every dot is the same color, when there are no markers to signify ability, when true equality between peers has been reached to the point that mentioning it is longer even necessary. That is the last step of inclusion: when it truly just takes place, completely naturally to all in the community, without extra effort or mention. When educators don't need special training days and extra videos to teach them accommodations and adaptations, but when it is simply what is just done.

[@lanar898]

I found your videos via Dr. Shanker and I have to say- I’m in love. I may be sending your links to every educator I know...

[@AWAMOF]

Please will you explain the Geraldo and Remember the Titans references? Briefly? Thank you!

[@deezscheiss1860]

At the risk of sounding ignorant. What are the benefits on a purely educational level of inclusiveness to the children that are already excelling?

[@jonathanwaldie]

There are benefits to children that excel, such as having the ability to interact with diverse people so that they can better understand the diversity of people around them that they will encounter outside of school. Aside from that, using concepts from inclusive education and universal design for learning benefits children that already do well in school by enriching their education through the use of multimodal educational approaches that can enhance understanding for those that already do well in school. In short, they interact with the information in different ways which enriches comprehension and retention. Aside from that though, can we look at your question in a different light? Imagine asking "what are the benefits of the anti-racist movement for white people that are already excelling." It misses the point that white people have inequitable access to these benefits already and the point is to make it so that everyone receives the support and access they need. The point isn't to take away access and support from those that excel but to take away the structural barriers in our institutions that prevent others from excelling. Does that make sense? FYI, I am not an expert on this, I am pretty much at the start of this journey as I am a student-teacher. So, if you are interested in this topic, I would urge you to seek out the knowledge of experts on this subject.

[@MariaBSerpa]

Fantastic info! Thank you!

[@popartclips]

Ms Moore, thank you for your enlightening video. We have a 15 year old non verbal boy in Victoria. I will send you an email to discuss. Thank you.

[@michaelawooldridge4125]

in answer to your last question, perhaps the next evolution will show ALL the dots (people) of unique colours...definitions of ability/disability are rather arbitrary determinants after all

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Ahhhhh, yes I love it!!! #staytuned

[@karendelong9710]

Stay tuned indeed (or read your book haha!)

[@lanar898]

YES. As Dr. Shanker says- every child is carrying a backpack- it’s just a matter of how heavy that backpack is or isn’t. If we can identify each child’s backpack and ask what’s next- we can lighten their load.

[@issedulearn6025]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:33 🔄 *Inclusion's evolution is viewed as a timeline, not just isolated concepts to compare, allowing a broader perspective.* 01:32 🏛️ *The shift from institutionalization to community living marked the beginning of the inclusive evolution, emphasizing acceptance of all abilities.* 02:30 🤝 *Moving from segregated to integrated schools is a positive step, but true inclusion requires more than physical presence-meaningful connections and roles for students with disabilities are essential.* 03:27 🌐 *Inclusive education goes beyond physical integration; it focuses on purposeful and meaningful placements, with students actively participating and connecting to their peers.* 04:25 ❓ *The journey of inclusion is ongoing, and the question remains: Can we still do better? Exploring further evolution and progress in inclusion is crucial for continuous improvement.* Made with HARPA AI

[@XiaWang-o9o]

it is so great! I love it!

[@carolinacaggiano5754]

Such a great video! 🙌 👏

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Im so glad you like it :)

[@ilibertyi]

Let’s talk about belonging instead of inclusion 😁👍🏻

[@ShawnaGagne_681]

I love your explanation but what about inclusion with families? I mean including the parents and students in activities at the school and in the classroom? After all doesn't more parent involvement increase success of the student? How do we turn a closed door to an open one?

[@erica4669]

You're the best, Shelley Moore!

[@kaitlyntrottier1376]

thanks shelly 🥰

[@BrookeSchilz-v8h]

Inclusion is good to a point. Extremely high needs kids with aggression need a completely different environment, with professionally trained people. Asking EAs to work with these kids and their level of needs isn’t right. Budgets are being cut with more and more needs being added to classrooms. Job descriptions are changing without increase in pay. The job is becoming more of a care aid position than a ea one.

[@bubsadoozy]

Until you actually put forward some stronger language pertaining to EA pay, advocating for a higher adult-student ratio, etc, all of this is simply over-tasking a teacher, causing needless disruption, (especially at the secondary level), and exacerbating the already frustrating shift in education where people are dignifying and seeking private education for their children. Its not a secret that what you're really paying for in the private sector is classroom composition. Additionally, at some level there is just no possibility for this romanticized idea of inclusion -- secondary level courses need to be a primer for post-secondary level education.

[@AlmaDRamirez]

louder for the people in the back!! I agree this is so fairy tale. The disruptions that are caused and the way teachers cannot teach. Blood sweat and tears from the inside. I am so taken aback by this rose-colored perspective. Give us educators realistic support and tools as we have a passion for helping SPED succeed. Don't put guilt on our plates above all else!!

[@karentaylor7082]

Love this! Have you thought about the idea of decolonizing special education?

[@edrenbartley7945]

@karentaylor7082 Please explain decolonizing special education

[@ruthstamp6340]

While we work to find more meaningful ways to help each individual be and feel more connected to others, let's keep in mind that there is still not a 1 stop shop that's fits all...and that may mean expecting/ forcing? everyone to stay in one setting we deem as inclusionary....may actually be exclusionary......we wouldn't force an exceptional A+ student to spend their entire day, every day in a quiet sensory room by ygemselves....they'd get bored pretty quickly.....so I ask, why would we expect an individual with sensory overload to head bang in a classroom all day just to say they are included? I remain confident that we still need to provide a variety of settings and opportunities within a larger environment t....integration where, when and how often is actually a fit for each....this is still inclusion in a manner that recognizes individual needs

[@ElijahandCrumpet]

That was brilliant, Shelley! Well done. Please could I put it a link and/or a referenced snippet on our new KZbin channel (Elijah and Crumpet)? We are just starting out, but Elijah (aged 9) goes to a regular school and we have been advocates of Inclusive Education for 9 years! When we finish with the funny stuff we will do a show on Being a Successful Learner, or something like that! Anyway, a big HELLO from down under in Australia and we look forward to your reply. Thanks, Crumpet (yes, I'm the monkey) (cute, but not as cute as Elijah) :)

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Hi! Yes of course!!!!

[@ElijahandCrumpet]

Thanks! I'll add it in to my template so it will be on all future uploads! Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Crumpet

[@rafaelgonzales729]

solid

[@jonathanrose456]

Unfortunately, the powers that be don’t understand inclusion. They see it as allowing disabled persons to join in. We need integration & to use that as a descriptor. Integration means people have to do something towards the process of inclusion.

[@bethferri3061]

subtitles?

[@FiveMooreMinutes]

Hi Beth! They are coming, it takes a few days to them to connect to KZbin. Check back!

[@tttttttt2732]

Ça brasse brasse au max

[@Ikrasama]

trop cool ça 🥸

[@TeraAFK]

What's this armchair bs? You don't present real cases or evidence in these soundbite videos. Yeah ofc in an ideal world everyone would have a personal mentor that knows everything and can tailor education to their needs. Not at all realistic or practical A balance is needed between inclusion and exclusion. There are something's that work well with inclusion, such as when everyone is on the same level and can meaningfully engage with each other. Not so much when someone is an outlier in a group not at their level, as it would only be disruptive. This will lead to ostracization for the individual and resentment from the group. Improper integration leads to furthering the gap Ultimately, parents do not wish for their kids to be lab rats in this experiment

[@captainhydra4291]

Lets be honest. Education has gone down hill and this aint helping anyone. Some hold people back