Creating an Inclusive Classroom and Learner Friendly Environment to Support Children with Special Needs
Abstract
AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM is a general education classroom where students with and without learning
differences learn together .Inclusive classrooms are welcoming and support the diverse academic ,social ,emotional
and communication need of all students. Classroom Inclusion goes beyond giving students with disabilities the
quality education they have a right to. It is about providing an improved learning environment that takes into
account the UNIQUE NEEDS of these SPECIAL LEARNERS. However, the term LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
can refer to an educational approach ,cultural context, or physical setting in which teaching, and learning occur
whereas,Inclusive learning-friendly environment (ILFE) welcomes nurtures and educate all children regardless of
their gender ,physical and intellectual characteristics. A well-designed school promotes secure learning environment
and pleasant social interaction among students and instructors however, classroom design enabling students to
utilize most of their senses,becomes more important when facing children with special needs. This would help them
learn in more than one way.Autonomous study, pair work, group activities, debate, and chances to demonstrate what
has been learnt, should all be supported by the design. Specific learning and comprehension techniques are required
for children with these requirements. These might include tactics to help with language, literacy, and leadership
abilities, as well as actual sensory or physical experiences to help with conceptual thoughts and ideas. In this article
we will explore importance of environment and design of the class for students with disability in junior school
especially with respect to tables, chairs and cabinets, various colors and resources, system, lighting, aeration, and
music therapy.
Keywords
Special education, Learning environment, Reverberation, Sensory effects