The Inclusive Teacher in the School Environment

The Inclusive Teacher Etiquette

Where the teacher plants an idea, the nation reaps a future.

Program Overview

At the heart of every classroom lies a world of diverse abilities, where teachers face the challenge of integrating students and meeting the needs of those with disabilities eligible for school inclusion. This comprehensive training track is designed to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to create flexible and effective learning environments that unleash the potential of every student. The track aims to empower teachers to transform their classrooms into inclusive learning spaces that guarantee every student’s right to quality education that enhances their abilities.

About the Program

This program focuses on providing educators with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for effective educational engagement with students with disabilities. It aims to develop teachers’ pedagogical abilities through hands-on training that deepens their understanding of individual differences, and guides them in designing lessons, applying educational accommodations, and implementing classroom modifications tailored to meet the needs of all students.

Benefits and Added Value of the “Yassmu” Program

Building a Supportive and Inclusive School Culture

Moving beyond merely accepting diversity to celebrating it.
Establishing an environment that promotes mutual respect and active participation for all.
Reinforcing a culture of acceptance and collaboration within the school.
Creating fair classroom environments that respect student differences.
Developing a safe and well-structured school setting.

Enhancing Practical Knowledge and Skills

Equipping participants with practical tools and strategies for day-to-day situations.
Raising awareness among teachers and students about inclusive practices that consider individual differences.
Developing participants’ skills to interact positively with peers with disabilities.
Promoting respectful and equitable daily interactions with students.
Enabling school staff to engage in constructive and productive dialogues with families.

Strengthening School-Family Partnerships

Providing clear and effective mechanisms for fostering constructive communication with parents.
Building balanced relationships with parents through ongoing professional communication.
Transforming the relationship with families into a true partnership to support the student’s learning journey.

Raising Awareness and Correcting Misconceptions

Enriching knowledge and correcting false beliefs about disabilities.
Reducing fear or hesitation regarding difference and diversity.
Increasing understanding of the types of disabilities and the critical role of school leadership in supporting the inclusion experience.

Supporting Ongoing Institutional Development

Allowing for adaptation to various educational settings through the program’s practical and flexible design.
Supporting the school’s continuous improvement efforts.
Providing practical tools to help develop the school’s organizational structure.

Program Modules

Training Methodology

The training will be delivered through interactive workshops that include:

Presentations and group discussions
Role-playing exercises
Videos and multimedia resources
Pre- and post-training assessments, along with surveys to measure training impact
Follow-up sessions for three months after the training concludes

Program Structure

Unit 1: Introduction to the World of Disability – Key Concepts and Classifications
Unit 2: Educational Inclusion – Philosophy, Models, and Success Factors
Unit 3: The Art of Adaptation – Strategies for Educational Accommodations and Classroom Modifications
Unit 4: Educational Etiquette – Respectful Communication with Students with Disabilities
Unit 5: Classroom Protocols – Managing Behaviors and Emergency Situations
Unit 6: Effective Communication – Building Successful Partnerships with Families and Support Teams

Main Objectives

Values:

Belief in every student’s ability to learn and succeed
Adopting a “person-first” perspective, focusing on the student’s abilities rather than their disability
Commitment to continuous professional development in the field of inclusive education

Knowledge:

Identify the basic concepts and various classifications of disability
Explain different models of educational inclusion and their success factors
Clearly distinguish between “educational accommodations” and “classroom modifications”

Skills:

Develop individual support plans for students that include practical accommodations and modifications
Apply professional etiquette in interacting with students according to the type of disability
Conduct constructive dialogues with students’ families and the school support team

Target Audience