This document discusses the importance of active listening and provides tips to improve listening skills. It notes that people typically retain very little from conversations due to distractions and the gap between speaking and thinking speed. Effective listening is important to avoid issues like lawsuits, low morale and misunderstandings. Barriers to good communication include assumptions, distractions and poor body language. The document recommends preparing for conversations, focusing on the other speaker, asking questions and taking notes. Quotes emphasize the importance of being present, understanding others' perspectives and listening to respond rather than reply. Exercises provide opportunities to practice active listening skills.
This document discusses inclusion of special education students in general education classrooms. It notes there are pros and cons to inclusion. Research shows disabled students do as well or better academically in inclusive classrooms and benefit socially from inclusion. Inclusion helps general education students become more accepting and offer academic support. However, not all students learn best in inclusive environments, as some need more individualized instruction. The document reviews federal laws supporting inclusion and landmark court cases. It provides strategies to promote successful inclusion and concludes that while inclusion has downsides, research shows benefits outweigh risks.
This document discusses the importance of active listening and provides tips to improve listening skills. It notes that people typically retain very little from conversations due to distractions and the gap between speaking and thinking speed. Effective listening is important to avoid issues like lawsuits, low morale and misunderstandings. Barriers to good communication include assumptions, distractions and poor body language. The document recommends preparing for conversations, focusing on the other speaker, asking questions and taking notes. Quotes emphasize the importance of being present, understanding others' perspectives and listening to respond rather than reply. Exercises provide opportunities to practice active listening skills.
This document discusses inclusion of special education students in general education classrooms. It notes there are pros and cons to inclusion. Research shows disabled students do as well or better academically in inclusive classrooms and benefit socially from inclusion. Inclusion helps general education students become more accepting and offer academic support. However, not all students learn best in inclusive environments, as some need more individualized instruction. The document reviews federal laws supporting inclusion and landmark court cases. It provides strategies to promote successful inclusion and concludes that while inclusion has downsides, research shows benefits outweigh risks.