The effects of inclusion on elementary school students and teachers : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

Getting an education can prove to be difficult for all students, but for those children who possess a learning disability, it can be an even greater challenge. The passage of The Education for All Handicapped Children Act in 1975 led directly to the development of inclusion, a process implemented to close the gap between LD students and their peers. Today, the benefits and necessity of inclusion is a topic of great controversy. To answer this question, it is essential to look at the effects of inclusion on those, LD students, non-LD students, and teachers, who are directly involved in the process. In addition, there are a number of key areas where improvements can be made.