The Difference That Inclusion Makes in a Standards-Based Classroom
Published: May. 28, 2026Updated: May. 28, 2026
Dr. Diana Fannon, Education Advocate, Founder of DisabilityEdPros, and Former Special Education Director, shares how students know when they truly belong. When the right supports are in place and expectations are high, children don’t just learn differently—they feel valued, included, and motivated to participate.
Learn more about standards-based education in our article: Why a Standards-Based IEP Matters — and How to Do It Right
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