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By Janet

I've been doing inclusion on the middle school level in Connecticut for the past 5 years. There really are no formal guidelines. It is up to the individual needs of the students. It helps to think of it being on a continuum
ranging from full inclusion with minor modifications to inclusion with modifications and direct special ed. support in the classroom, either by a teacher or trained paraprofessional. The sites where students are serviced should remain flexible with pull-out to the resource room whenever necessary. The use of alternative materials on lower reading levels is also helpful as long as

it parallels what is being done in the mainstream. I'd be glad to answer any direct questions or offer advice if you e-mail me. I have written my own set of general guidelines for inclusion as well as guidelines for good co-teaching practices. I can also provide you with the names of books to use as references in this area. It is important to remember that there is no magic guide---it's what works for individual students as well as the team of teachers involved. Hope this helps.