Inclusive Education Project (IEP) Podcast

Oct 22 2024 213 ep. 25 mins 79
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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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Education is in Peril with the Implications of Project 2025

Oct 22 2024 17 mins  
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 thr

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

Oct 08 2024 23 mins  
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 s

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

Oct 01 2024 16 mins  
Today’s episode focuses on a Supreme Court case in favor of eliminating affirmativeaction, which has huge implications in the world of education. In reality, what theSupreme 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 isbest for our country. The upcoming election is a piv

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

Sep 24 2024 26 mins  
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 suppo

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

Sep 17 2024 24 mins  
 Teaching Inclusion, Acceptance, and Responsibility Through Character Development with Kristin Woodward-Vaassen and Icle FreelandCharacter 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 Wo

Teaching the Teachers: Strategies for Inclusive Education with Andrew Goff

Sep 10 2024 29 mins  
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

ENCORE: Live from the BOOST Conference!

Sep 03 2024 50 mins  
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 educa

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

Aug 27 2024 19 mins  
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 sc

Digging Deeper into Central Auditory Processing Disorder

Aug 20 2024 22 mins  
Today’s show expands on our previous episode with Dr. Connie McReynolds in which we discussed central auditory processing deficits in kids with autism or ADHD. Even though many experts would argue that this is a medical disorder, it has profound impacts on education and certainly qualifies as an area of unique need for many children. Join us to learn more!Show Highlights:Common p

Solving the ADHD Riddle with Dr. Connie McReynolds

Aug 13 2024 23 mins  
It’s the beginning of another school year, and we are coming to you with many informative episodes to prepare and support you in whatever challenges this new school year may bring. Today’s episode focuses on a better way to assess, intervene, and support kids with ADHD by identifying and addressing the root causes. We welcome today’s guest, Dr. Connie McReynolds, a licen