Karten's Inclusion Conversations Podcast

Toby and Robyn Jackson, an author and educator, discussed the themes of reflection, rekindling passion, and striving for excellence in education. Robin encourages educators to reconnect with their initial belief in providing a quality education to every child and shed cynicism and defeatism. She emphasizes the dangers of settling for mediocrity and encourages educators to strive for excellence in their work. Overall, the conversation revolves around the importance of self-reflection, maintaining passion, and aiming for high standards in education.

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In this podcast conversation, Jim and Toby discuss the topic of bullying and its impact on individuals, particularly children. They emphasize the importance of zero tolerance for bullying and the need to address it collaboratively through modeling, collaboration, structure, reflection, and recognizing that together, we are stronger. They also highlight the significance of helping students understand diversity and difference, encouraging empathy and support for those who may be perceived as different or less competent. The conversation further delves into the importance of taking care of oneself and finding balance in physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects. They stress the need for individuals, including professionals, to prioritize their well-being in order to effectively support others. Additionally, they discuss the power of boundaries, knowing who to trust, and building stronger relationships within school settings. The conversation concludes with the message of love and promoting a culture of acceptance and kindness. Throughout the discussion, Jim Burns shares insights from his experience and provides resources for addressing bullying and staying healthy.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:
www.BullyProofClassroom.com - a resource for information on bullying prevention. 
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In this episode of Karten's Inclusion Conversations, Dr. Wichansky joins Toby Karten to discuss the challenges and opportunities of living with a disability. Paul shares his personal story of overcoming adversity and achieving success, and he offers advice on how to create a more inclusive world. He also discusses the importance of education and advocacy, and he encourages listeners to get involved in their communities.

Websites mentioned in this podcast:

www.justthewayyouare.com. He encourages readers and listeners to visit the website for more information about him and how to contact him for speaking engagements or other inquiries.

Dr. Paul Stuart Wichansky on Growing Through Cerebral Palsy

Dr. Paul Wichansky's Book "Yes I Can":
https://www.amazon.com/Lessons-Learned-Ordinary-Black-white/dp/B0BJTJ34J7

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In the second conversation between Rob and Toby, several key themes emerged regarding the topic of inclusion in education. The first theme centered around the significance of building strong relationships and effective communication within the school community. Rob emphasized the importance of understanding individual communication preferences and investing time and effort into fostering positive relationships among staff members, administrators, and teachers. Another theme that emerged was the value of differentiated instruction, not only for students but also for professional development. The conversation highlighted the empowerment of teachers to share their knowledge and experiences with colleagues, enabling collaborative practices and expanding inclusive strategies across different grade levels. Trust, proactivity, and patience were identified as essential qualities for successful inclusion, and it was emphasized that these qualities should be mutually present in the collaborative process. The conversation also challenged the misconception that inclusion and co-teaching solely benefit students with special needs, emphasizing that inclusive practices have a positive impact on all students. Overall, the podcast underscored the importance of collaboration, diverse perspectives, ongoing professional development, and a collective commitment to building an inclusive educational environment.

Websites with more information about the podcast:
Mendham Township School District

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/ 

In this episode, Toby and Marcy discuss the importance of inclusion and advocacy for all students, regardless of their abilities. Marcy shares her story of how she has advocated for her son, Ray, who has a spinal muscular atrophy diagnosis. She talks about the challenges she has faced, but also the successes she has achieved. Toby and Marcy both believe that all students deserve the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment. They hope that their story will inspire others to advocate for the inclusion of all students.

Websites with more information about the podcast:

Spinal Muscular Atrophy - John Hopkins
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/

Arc of the United States https://www.thearc.org/. The Arc is a national organization that advocates for the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They provide information and resources to families, individuals, and professionals.

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Karten's Inclusion Conversations S1E10 Featuring Nichole Kaller
The conversation with Toby and Nichole centers around the importance of creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students, regardless of their abilities. This includes setting high expectations, providing necessary support, building relationships with students, using positive reinforcement and encouragement, and giving students choices in their learning. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of proactive social-emotional support, structured routines, differentiated instruction, and using technology to support learning. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the need to create a safe and supportive learning environment that values and meets the needs of all students.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:

• Building on the Strengths of Students with Special Needs: How to Move Beyond Disability Labels in the Classroom
• CAST.org
• Do2Learn

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/ 

Karten's Inclusion Conversations S1E9 Featuring Tobie Franklin
The conversation with Tobie Franklin begins with Tobie sharing her experience with COVID-19. She describes how the virus affected her brain, causing her to have difficulty with memory, concentration, and organization. She also talks about how she felt emotionally during this time, feeling isolated and frustrated.  Toby continues the conversation with Tobie by discussing the importance of relationships in education. Tobie shares her experience working with students with learning challenges, and how the relationships she built with them made all the difference. She also talks about the power of positive affirmations, and how they can help students feel good about themselves and their abilities.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:

• The National Center for Learning Disabilities ( https://www.ncld.org/ ): This website provides information and resources for students with learning disabilities and their families.
• The IDEAL School of Education https://www.theidealschool.org/
• The Learning Disabilities Association of America ( https://ldaamerica.org/ ): This website provides information and resources for students with learning disabilities and their families.
• The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development https://www.nichd.nih.gov/ This website provides information about learning disabilities from the National Institutes of Health.

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/ 

Karten's Inclusion Conversations S1E8 Featuring Suzanne Gregoire
Toby and Suzanne's conversation about the global art program had several themes emerge, including the power of art to bring people together and create a sense of community, as well as the importance of inclusion and acceptance, with art serving as a powerful tool for promoting these values. They also discuss the potential of art to help people express themselves and heal from trauma, and the importance of collaboration and working together to create something beautiful. Additionally, the legacy of Tim Lomas and his impact on the lives of many people were recognized in the conversation. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the numerous ways that art can be harnessed to make a positive impact on the world, promoting creativity, connection, and inclusivity.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:

• The Global Children's Art Program: https://globalchildrensartprogram.org/ 
• The Ideal School: https://www.idealschool.org/ 
• The Third Street Music School Settlement: https://www.thirdstreetmusic.org/
• Timothy Lomas - Art Heals Series
• Suzanne Grégoire Yoga & Dance

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/ 

Karten's Inclusion Conversations S1E7 Featuring Scott Rossig
Toby and Scott's conversation revolved around several themes, including the significance of inclusion for all students, regardless of their abilities, and the use of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to help students with behavioral challenges succeed in school. They emphasized the importance of collaboration between parents, teachers, and other professionals to support students with special needs, acknowledging the challenges such students face in school and the importance of providing them with the necessary supports to succeed. Overall, the conversation emphasized the need to prioritize the success and well-being of all students, regardless of their individual needs and abilities.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:

• Best Behaved Kids: https://www.bestbehavedkids.com 
• The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI): https://abainternational.org/ 
• The National Autism Association (NAA): https://www.autism-society.org/ 
• The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): https://idea.ed.gov/ 
• The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD): https://www.ncld.org/ 
• The Understood website for parents of children with learning and attention issues: Understood.org 
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) | Autism Speaks

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/ 

Karten's Inclusion Conversations S1E6 Featuring Mona Tobia
In the conversation between Toby and Mona, several themes emerged, including the significance of collaboration between teachers and administrators, the need for teachers to have sufficient time to plan and collaborate and the importance of giving teachers the autonomy to make decisions that meet their students' needs. Additionally, they discussed the importance of providing teachers with feedback and support, as well as taking care of themselves both physically and mentally. The conversation also touched on the challenges teachers face in providing inclusive education for all students but ultimately highlighted the commitment of many individuals to make inclusion a reality.

Websites mentioned in the podcast:

• Libby is a free app that allows you to borrow e-books and audiobooks from your local library. https://libbyapp.com/ 
• The National Center on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a great resource for information on UDL. https://www.washington.edu/doit/national-center-universal-design-learning 
• The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) is a great resource for information on learning disabilities. https://www.ncld.org/ 
• The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a great resource for information on special education. https://exceptionalchildren.org/ 
• CASEL has evidence-based practices to promote social-emotional learning

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For more information please visit https://inclusionworkshops.com/