1. Successful Inclusion Techniques
Gail Geiser
Marianne Dorman
Grades 3-5

2. Inclusion Strategies
Academic Strategies
II. Social Strategies

3. I. Academic Strategies A. Teaching models B. Setting
C. Curriculum modifications
D. Organizational techniques
E. Study skills
F. Assessment procedures
H. Suggested Interventions

4. Teaching Models Co-Teaching Supportive Teaching
Two teachers conduct the lesson simultaneously
Supportive Teaching
One teacher conducts the lesson while the other supports as necessary
Small group instruction
Heterogeneous groups
Homogeneous groups

5. Setting Preferential seating Structured/ organized setting
Proximity to teacher
Student role model
Heterogeneous seating
Separate location
Small group instruction
Testing
Designated area within the classroom for small group/individual instruction.
Structured/ organized setting
Visual reminders of routine
Study carrels
Reduce visual/auditory distractions

6. Curriculum Modifications
Materials
use a guided reading procedure
provide note-taking outline
adjust reading level of materials
Reduce number of math problems
Provide extra examples
Individual instruction at student’s level
Adjust assignment’ length or content
Paraphrase textbook material
Presentation
Monitor rate of material presentation
Provide reteaching and review
Use visual aids and manipulatives
Employ multisensory techniques
Clear, concise directions
Introduce assignments in sequential steps
Pair written instruction with oral instruction

7. Organization Techniques
Color coded folders/notebook
Visual reminders of routine
Provide established daily routine
Personal checklist of daily requirements
Use of daily planner and take home folder
Supervise writing of homework assignments
Use graphic organizers
Monitor organization of desk and school materials
Prioritize assignments

8. Study Skills
Use mnemonic devices and other memory assisting techniques
Provide models or examples for review
Use flash cards and matching cards
Provide connections to previously taught material
Review key points orally
Use graphic organizers to help focus on key points for review
Provide study guides
Use a multi-sensory approach to aid in retention of material

9. Assessment Procedures (Modify Tests)
Enlarge test (less number of items per page)
Reduce number of answer choices
Simplify directions
“Break down” complex essay questions into parts
Reduce number of choices in matching task
Revise questions that ask students to choose which choice doesn’t belong
Encourage students to read test aloud to aid comprehension
Reduce number of items

10. Suggested Interventions
Allow extended wait time
Provide frequent reinforcement
Allow legitimate movement/breaks
Provide non-verbal cues to stay on task
Use of timer for certain tasks
Individual Behavior Intervention Plan as needed
Strong home/school connection
Smile, laugh and have fun!

11. II. Social Strategies
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