Navee's First Grade Teacher

The Transformative Power of Inclusion: Navee's First Grade Teacher In this episode of 'Love is a Classroom: Stories of Inclusion', Christy Anderson, a seasoned teacher with a background in Deaf Education, shares her experiences of creating an inclusive first-grade classroom. Highlighting the impact of her student Navee, who is deaf, Christy recounts how inclusion enriched the learning environment for all students. Through stories of shared learning and mutual support, Christy demonstrates the importance of inclusive education, the challenges posed by standardized tests for Deaf students, and the benefits of collaborative teaching. The episode emphasizes the potential of every child and the need for educators' dedication to fostering inclusive, high-quality learning experiences. 00:00 Introduction and Impact of the Year 00:22 Welcome to Love is a Classroom 00:44 Recap of Previous Episodes 01:23 Introducing Christy Anderson 02:23 Navee's Inclusion Journey 05:00 Impact on Other Students 09:07 Challenges and Concerns 11:24 Solutions and Future Vision 18:59 Advice for Teachers 24:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

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Cover art by Josie Filippelli https://www.linkedin.com/in/josie-filippelli/