Lofty Fulton
Lived Experience: My Life in Short

Australian voice-over artist Lofty Fulton knows what it's like to have the odds stacked against him: Born with achondroplasia, which is a form of dwarfism, his grandmother thought he should be locked away from the world. At school, he suffered years of relentless bullying, believing the lie he would never be loved or good enough. At 15, Lofty's voice broke, giving him a unique gift that paved the way for his future. Read More

Dr Denise Powell
Inclusion is a Feeling, Not a Place

We hear a lot about the importance of inclusive education and the right of a child to be educated in their neighbourhood school. However merely being ‘present’ is not the same as being ‘included’. In order to provide quality education we require quality teachers who understand the importance of equity and inclusion. Read More

Richard Michael Gargiulo
From Isolation to Full Inclusion: The Evolution of Special Education Services in the United States

A historical analysis of the changing educational and social environments encountered by students with exceptional learning needs over the past half century. Perspective offered through the lens of a special educator who is also the parent of four daughters who were recipients of a special education. Read More

Bree Jimenez
Building Teacher Capacity of Research and Evidence Based Practice

A vital component of improving student outcomes is high-quality teacher professional development involving a strong focus on learner (e.g., teacher, teacher assistant) development within the classroom and the learning community. Due to the complex support needs of students with disability, it can be challenging for teachers to implement research and evidence-based practice individualised for their learners, yet still implemented with fidelity. Read More

John Munro
Understand knowing and learning and the disability is less disabling

One of the biggest potential barriers to successful learning by students with disabilities is the quality of the pedagogy. This includes the teaching and formative assessment procedures implemented, the differentiation of the curriculum, the classroom culture and climate. The barrier is lowered when teacher decision-making is referenced on an appropriate model of learning. Read More