EDS263H1

Disability, Inclusion and Education

This course explores the historical and contemporary ways in which societies define and respond to individuals with a broad range of needs, abilities and disabilities, as it intersects with educational access and practice. Through an examination of diverse knowledge sources such as children's books, poetry, videos, social media, policy documents and academic research, students will learn about the lived experiences of exceptional learners, while promoting understanding, compassion, and pathways for change. Students will also be challenged to examine their own beliefs and practices to ensure they have the knowledge, dispositions, and confidence necessary to promote the success and inclusion of individuals with special education needs in a wide variety of settings. Strategies for adapting curriculum and the learning environment to promote the inclusion of individuals with specific disabilities are discussed. Restricted to students enrolled in the Education and Society Minor.