Introduction
As a teacher we observe diversity in our class room. What do you think what is diversity? Diversity means difference in students social and economical status. Difference in behaviour, abilities, gender and physical health. It effects classroom activities. Through inclusive education teacher can control and manage this diversity. We will discuss diversity and inclusion education in details.
Diversity In Classroom And Benefits Of Exclusive Education
Diversity In Classroom
Classroom is a sphere for students and teachers. All the students are not equal. They are different to each other in many aspects. we discuss these differences in details
Gender
In a class room students divided in two genders boys and girls. Boys are more sharp comparative to girls. Girls are shy and boys are bold. Girls face gender difference at their homes. They loss their confidence level. They did not participate in classroom activities. They feel hesitation from their class fellows. Gender diversity is common in a class room.
Social And Economical Differences
In a classroom students belong to different status. Some students are belong to well off families. Some students come from low income families. Student’s status also create diversity in classroom.
Abilities
Students have different abilities. Some students are intelligent and some are slow learner. Some students learn quickly. Some students pick lecture quickly. There are few or more students who cannot pick lesson.
Behaviour
You observe different behaviour of students. Some students are obedient and they follow all the instructions. But there are also some students who are misbehaving. They disturb classroom atmosphere.
Physical Condition
Physical condition is also important. Some students are healthy and they do not have any problem. There are some students who has eye sight problems some have hearing problems. Some students have speaking problems. Some students have some other physical problems.
Cultural Diversity
On international educational level a classroom has students with different cultural background. Students come from different cultures. They have different living styles.
Language
Students have different mother tongues. Their speaking style and accent change to each other. As students come from different countries and regions .
Religion
In a classroom students may belongs to different religions. Every student have his own religious belief. They have different religious views and thinking. Different religious beliefs create religious diversity in the classroom.
Interest
Students in same class have different interest. Their hobbies are different to each other. They involve in different activities according to their interest.
Inclusive Education
When you teach a class you observe diversity. To control diversity in classroom is called inclusive education. A good teacher implemented diversity in a positive way. A good teacher manage diversity in good way. Teacher have to ensure equal opportunities in classroom. Teacher should manage all the problems which students face. They face problems in classroom due to their unique qualities. Teacher have to maintain classroom activities according to students level of diversity. Lets discus in details.
Stereotypes In Classroom
If there is diversity in a classroom. It is more beneficiary for class. Teacher can control stereotypes of students according to their abilities. Some students are good in maths and some are good in crafts. Some students show excellence in computer. A good and skilled teacher utilise these abilities of students. With collaboration of students to help weak students.
Enhance Skills And Thinking
Diversity improves students mental level. It grows cognitive skills and critical thinking. They learn from the experience and learning of other fellows. They learn from the people who has different point of view. Students spent more time with class fellows. They discuss different topics with each other and learn with collaboration.
Development Of Empathy And Understanding
Students are from different abilities, skills , behaviour, languages, religions, cultures and background. When they get together in a classroom it create a learning atmosphere. They exchange their skills with each other. It develops empathy of learning and understanding. Students enhance their knowledge through discussion and observation.
Strongest Communication And Social Skills
Inclusive education is more important with different language, culture, religion and skills. Students learn different skills and languages from other students. As well as they learn about different religious belief and cultural values. Through these engagements they develop their communicative skills. It can also develop their confidence level. They become active social person in their next or practical life. We can say inclusive education is important for student’s practical life.
Development Of Positive Behaviour
In inclusive education positive behaviour developed. Students learn multi skills with collaboration of other students. They learn how to behave positively with other students. They co operate with weak students. Role of a teacher is very important in inclusive education. Teacher have skill to control diversity in inclusive classroom. It would be a classroom like a rainbow with multiple talents.
Overcome Weakness Or Disabilities
In inclusive education some students may have some physical disabilities or weaknesses. A good teacher does not ignore any student because of his or her weak point. Teacher should control students weaknesses or disabilities. He should provide a smooth classroom atmosphere for every student. It must be according to student’s mental or physical health.
Conclusion
Inclusive education has aim to reach every individual on his desired destination. It guided every student according to their abilities. In inclusive education every student is important without any differences. There are equal opportunities for all. It can enhance every person’s abilities.
FAQs
Is inclusive education useful for disable students?
Inclusive education is very useful. But in inclusive education we never call them disable person. We call them person with special abilities. Teacher have special skills and they are trained to take care these students. Teacher will provide a useful atmosphere to them.
Describe some challenges in inclusive education?
We can face many challenges in inclusive education. There must be challenge of limited resources. Attitude of society and parents may be a barrier in inclusive education. There we can observe lack of trained teachers. Structure barrier and legal and policy issues are other challenges.
Which resources are available for inclusive education?
There are many resources which are provided for inclusive education. Training for educators for professional development. Provide them articles , lessons plans and much other materials for educators and administrations.