Inclusive Education Project (IEP) Podcast

Inclusive Education Project
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Inclusive Education Project (IEP) Podcast

Disability rights is the next frontier in civil rights. We believe education is the key to building an inclusive society and ensuring that all students are given an equal opportunity. The Inclusive Education Project Podcast, hosted by Special Education and Civil Rights attorneys, Amanda Selogie and Vickie Brett, offers a fresh, smart perspective on what it takes to truly make our educational systems and communities inclusive. Tune in each week as Amanda and Vickie share insight on topics ranging from education reform to advocating for equal rights for all students, and participating in modern activism. This show will also offer user-friendly resources to help you and your family navigate the educational playing field.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Education is in Peril with the Implications of Project 2025

    Today’s episode includes a look into the controversial Project 2025 plan, a 900-page roadmap created by far-right think tanks, like The Heritage Foundation. With the elections looming, we are giving our perspectives on some of the alarming implications of this proposal, particularly its potential to dismantle essential educational protections, erase civil rights language, and threaten public education across the United States. Tune in as we discuss how Project 2025 threatens diversity, equity, and inclusion, how it threatens The State Department of Education and Title 1 funding, and the risks posed to students with disabilities, students of color, and low-income families. We also discuss how this could have broader consequences for public education and society, as a whole. Please be sure to share this episode with your family, friends, and others! Show Highlights: Deleting terms—and the effects on the American education systemPotential defunding of public schools through voucher programsTransfer of IDEA and Title I funding to private block grantsRisks posed to students with disabilities, students of color, and low-income familiesForcing more segregation: Is that what we want?P. 319–”Federal education policy should be limited.”How the removal of federal oversight would widen educational disparitiesProject 2025’s attack on key civil rights laws (Section 504, IDEA, Civil Rights Act)Connection to policies from the Trump administration and Betsy DeVosReal-world impacts on school lunch programs and state education departmentsThese kinds of changes outlined in Project 2025 affect everyone, whether you have young children or not. Have questions about Project 2025? Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org Links/Resources: Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us here and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org

    17 min

  2. OCT 8

    The Changing Face of College Admissions and Equity with Emily Chase Coleman

    In today’s episode, Vickie and Amanda discuss the evolving landscape of college admissions with Emily Chase Coleman, CEO of HAI Analytics. They explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on admissions, highlighting the shift away from standardized testing and the importance of considering diverse factors in admissions decisions. Emily shares insights on the challenges faced by students from different socioeconomic backgrounds and emphasizes the need for more equitable admissions policies. If you are a parent navigating the college admissions process, tune in! Show Highlights: The evolving landscape of college admissions post-COVID-19Implications of standardized testing in admissions processesImportance of considering diverse factors in admissions decisionsChallenges faced by students from different socioeconomic backgroundsThe need for holistic admissions processes that recognize individual circumstancesEconomic biases in traditional admissions metricsThe role of student engagement and interest in the admissions processAccessibility of online resources for prospective college studentsFinancial challenges and the true cost of college attendance Links/Resources: Connect with Emily Chase Coleman: Website (complete contact form) LinkedIn Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us here and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org

    23 min

  3. OCT 1

    The US Supreme Court, Affirmative Action, and the Future of Education

    Today’s episode focuses on a Supreme Court case in favor of eliminating affirmative action, which has huge implications in the world of education. In reality, what the Supreme Court does and how they make decisions stems from who the justices are. With every decision, we should evaluate if it aligns with what we believe and what is best for our country. The upcoming election is a pivotal time because of the impact on the Supreme Court and who our justices are. Join us for more! Show Highlights: ● The case in question concerning Harvard, UNC, affirmative action in higher education ● The dissenting justices’ statements: Are our justices in touch with our population? ● The reality of racial inequality in the US today ● The issue goes beyond college admissions and permeates other areas, even the rights of children with disabilities. ● This ruling sets the stage for what we could face in the future. Links/Resources: Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts,  Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram – We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us:  admin@iepcalifornia.org

    16 min

  4. SEP 24

    Leading with Empathy in an Inclusive Classroom Environment with Dr. Jessica Werner

    Today’s focus is on accommodating children in the general education classroom to provide a truly inclusive environment. It’s vital for all of us involved in education to understand the WHY of these accommodations with an emphasis on empathy. Join us for a closer look. Dr. Jessica Werner is the founder of Northshore Learning, a team of consultants based in Minneapolis. They support schools, parents, and teachers worldwide to work with students of ALL types by incorporating cutting-edge neuroscience insights into their coaching and training programs. They offer support for inclusion, classroom management, instructional excellence, executive coaching, and educator wellness.  Jessica’s experience with her 9-year-old son’s educational needs has opened her eyes to learning challenges and how to better train teachers in accommodating ALL learners.   Show Highlights: The truth about educators and their training (and why they need more)Many ADHD accommodations can be applied to every student–and will be beneficialAlternatives to “the old ways” are necessary in education today.Threading in neuroscience to understand executive function deficits from an empathetic viewpointUnderstanding why classroom environments really do matterWhat we call defiance in a student isn’t always defiance.Teacher pushback is often fear-based.Fresh perspectives on the anxiety epidemic in today’s classrooms Links/Resources: Connect with Jessica and Northshore Learning: Website and Email Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram – We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us:  admin@iepcalifornia.org

    26 min

  5. SEP 17

    Teaching Inclusion, Acceptance, and Responsibility Through Character Development with Kristin Woodward-Vaassen and Icle Freeland

    Teaching Inclusion, Acceptance, and Responsibility Through Character Development with Kristin Woodward-Vaassen and Icle Freeland Character education can happen in many forms. Today’s episode highlights a unique program that is fun, effective, and quickly growing in popularity. What child doesn’t love taking care of a pet? Join us to hear more from our two guests. Kristin Woodward-Vaassen founded Two by Two Character Development in 2005. The program fosters positive character traits in thousands of youth and families across the nation. It has grown from its beginnings in Dubuque, Iowa, to 36 states and several other countries. Kristin spent many years as a 3rd-grade teacher and noticed that kids’ socio-emotional needs were not being met, so she started this innovative program in an effort to make a real difference. Icle Freeland is the Community Outreach Director at Two by Two. From his initial background as a 2nd-grade teacher, he has worked in character education with elementary through college students. He works with schools to help implement the Two by Two program.  Show Highlights: Highlights of the programming offered by Two by Two for all grade levelsThe basis of Kindhearted Kids, which uses ten lessons about kindness, empathy, responsibility, and more to grow productive citizens“Pet ownership” opens the door for connections with students.Encouraging and supporting inclusion and acceptance in classroomsReal-life results of Kindhearted KidsThe components of Kindhearted Kids are important in building many real-life skills in versatile ways. The impact of using pets to break down barriers, address challenges with communication and expression, and teach responsibility Links/Resources: Connect with Kristin, Icle, and Two by Two: Website and Email Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us here and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org

    24 min

  6. SEP 10

    Teaching the Teachers: Strategies for Inclusive Education with Andrew Goff

    Most of the country is off and running into another school year, and it’s a great time to reflect on where we can improve and how we can be more knowledgeable in supporting students and addressing their needs. This episode focuses on training for school staff, district staff, and parents. Today, we share part two of our interview with Andrew Goff. Part one aired at the end of the last school year and share his perspective as an early childhood teacher advocating for students at IEP meetings. If you missed part one, listen to Episode 311 here. Join us to learn more about ongoing trends in teacher training.  Andrew Goff taught early childhood special education in five different least restrictive environments spanning 12 years. He is currently the lead instructor at Colorado Northwestern Community College, not far from Steamboat Springs. He wrote a memoir, Love is a Classroom, and is a fierce advocate for “inclusion–early, everywhere, and always.” Show Highlights: Andrew’s role at community colleges training in the virtual spaceThe importance of collaboration in developing and implementing accommodationsTeacher experiences and three components of curricula: indirect, direct, and temporalThoughts about co-teachingA big root of the problem is that we aren’t educating all teachers on all the varieties of ways kids learn.All children deserve to learn equally and have their needs met.Barriers to learning—and how they show upRelationships and connections allow students to learn better!Teaching teachers to create cultures in a classroomTeachers with biases find it difficult to show up and give a child what they need. Links/Resources: Connect with Andrew Goff: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Love is a Classroom Podcast, and Love is a Classroom book Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: a href="https://www.facebook.com/IEPcalifornia/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    30 min

  7. SEP 3

    ENCORE: Live from the BOOST Conference!

    Today’s episode is a replay of our session at the BOOST Conference from a few months ago. It relates specifically to next week’s conversation, which is the reason we want to air it again. This episode was also featured as an encore episode over the summer. Enjoy! We loved having the opportunity to speak at the BOOST Conference about our podcast, the IEP system, and special education in general. The BOOST Conference is an annual event to inspire youth, learning, and change. Many different educational professionals attend the conference in Palm Springs, California, to participate in classes, workshops, networking events, and to explore the latest in technology and innovation related to education. Join us to hear this live presentation and the Q & A session! Show Highlights: An overview of the IEP podcastWhat is an IEP? What are IEP meetings?The importance of collaboration in the entire IEP processIndividualization, not comparison, is most helpful in the IEP process.The vital need for parents to talk to the teachers before the IEP meeting95% of the conflict in IEP meetings is due to a breakdown in communication.Vickie and Amanda field questions from the audience about IDEA provisions for school-sponsored events, supporting students with extreme behaviors, and expanded learning programs in the IEP process.  Links/Resources: Find out more about the BOOST Conference: Website Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org

    50 min

  8. AUG 27

    The Benefits of Instructional Audio Systems for Inclusive Classrooms with Dr. Stephanie Meyer

    Last week’s episode was about central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) and its impacts on a student’s ability to learn. For this episode, we are excited to welcome Dr. Stephanie Meyer to the show. She is an audiologist in the Rio Rancho public schools who will share her perspective about how instructional audio can be more inclusive. Her career as an audiologist in public school systems spans almost 30 years! Show Highlights: Dr. Stephanie’s journey into audiology and working with kids in impactful waysThe difference it makes for students when the proper audio systems are in place in the classroomsCommon audio systems that teachers can use in classrooms to be inclusive for every learnerDr. Stephanie’s insights about the benefits of proper audio technology in the classroom–(and how she conveys her message to teachers/administrators)Success stories of helping students with CAPD and hearing lossThe benefits of instructional audio as an accepted learning tool–for students AND teachersDr. Stephanie’s advice for teachers and audiologistsThe need for equipment specifically designed for educational spaces instead of the cheaper alternatives on Amazon Links/Resources: Connect with Dr. Stephanie Meyer: Email Link to the instructional audio Dr. Meyer uses in her district: https://lightspeed-tek.com/ Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org    Thank you for listening!  Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram–We are doing videos on Instagram, so connect with us there and send us your questions! Twitter IEP website Email us: admin@iepcalifornia.org

    20 min
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Disability rights is the next frontier in civil rights. We believe education is the key to building an inclusive society and ensuring that all students are given an equal opportunity. The Inclusive Education Project Podcast, hosted by Special Education and Civil Rights attorneys, Amanda Selogie and Vickie Brett, offers a fresh, smart perspective on what it takes to truly make our educational systems and communities inclusive. Tune in each week as Amanda and Vickie share insight on topics ranging from education reform to advocating for equal rights for all students, and participating in modern activism. This show will also offer user-friendly resources to help you and your family navigate the educational playing field.

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    Inclusive Education Project
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    213
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    Copyright © 2017-2018. Inclusive Education Project. All Rights Reserved.
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