Understanding the Challenges and Benefits of Inclusion in Jewish Education Quiz You have not taken this lesson's quiz yet Generally speaking, inclusive education: [1] Lowers test scores Appears to be less effective than non-inclusive education Benefits both children with special needs and typically-developing students Is great for children with special needs, but hinders typically-developing children In what ways do the secular laws impact the issue of inclusion in the Jewish community? [1] Jewish communities have a moral obligation to include everyone who would like to receive a Jewish education Religious institutions are bound by these secular laws These secular laws contain specific provisions for religious education They don’t because we don’t know how many Jewish children have special needs Inclusion in the Jewish community means: [1] Saying yes no matter what, and worrying about a child’s success later Maintaining open communication with families Recognizing we don’t have to have all the answers, but we have to know who to ask Both B and C Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is significant because it ensures that: [1] Children receive placements that work towards their highest potential and strengths Children with special needs have their own separate classrooms Less is expected of children with special needs and disabilities Children with similar disabilities are all grouped together
