Introductions  Name  Job and ages you work with  Most interesting place you have ever been or favorite place.  Why did you pick this session

Handouts

What is inclusion?

Inclusion Resources?

Are children included more now?  In 27 years preschool inclusion has increased only 5.7%  Many children with disabilities are still educated in separate settings  In spite of the research, the law and professional standards

What are the barriers? Talk to the people at your table. Write your ideas on sticky notes Place them on the chart paper

National Survey found Barriers Attitudes and beliefs Policies and procedures Resources and skills

What is your focus?  As you explore resources look for the ones that will help you address your specific needs.  Ask

Group work Use your list to explore online resources After going to a resource record which barrier/barriers it address If you find a new resource in your exploration be sure to share Look at the inclusion books and identify any you might want to purchase or borrow from the library

Sharing time

Planning time  What will you do?  Who will you talk to?

Thank you!