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Designing truly inclusive education for every child | Gayatri Narasimhan | TEDxVITPune
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-22 16:26
Core Concept - Unifying pathways aims to create one school for many abilities, merging the mainstream and special education systems to ensure all learners are included and valued [5][7][13] - The unifying pathways model focuses on assessment of individual interests, needs, and learning styles, implemented through teacher training, peer awareness programs, adaptable classrooms, and a supportive environment [21][22][23] - The unifying pathways model draws inspiration from the ancient Indian Gurukul system, where all types of learners learn together with dignity, regardless of their abilities [24][25] Challenges and Solutions - Parents' concerns about inclusion, such as children being left behind or learning unwanted behaviors, can be addressed through awareness programs, parent-teacher dialogues, and transparent school policies [26][27] Statistics and Impact - Only 10% of neurodivergent students progress from 10th to 12th grade, and only 5% continue to college, highlighting a systemic issue [32] - 30% of learners in any school have learning disabilities, indicating a significant portion of students are struggling in systems not designed for them [33] Call to Action - Teachers should learn new ways to include all children, parents should teach their children to see beyond differences, and policymakers should design inclusive systems [34]
Triumph Redefined: Breaking Barriers Through Inclusion | Manju Balasubramanyam | TEDxYouth@DPSBN
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-08 14:48
Diversity & Inclusion (DEIB) Initiatives - The organization emphasizes that diversity is a strength, fostering synergy and resonance through differences [1] - The organization shifted from formal to non-formal, flexible education through open schooling and distance learning [11][12] - The organization adapted teaching methods to suit individual learning styles, incorporating music, dance, and theater [14] - The organization built ramps, railings, and accessible toilets, benefiting not only students with disabilities but also the broader community [16][17] - The organization redefined success by supporting a student with Duchene's muscular dystrophy to achieve academic excellence and become head boy [18][19][20][22] - The organization embraced diversity in all aspects, including language, region, ability, gender, and socioeconomic background [26] Community & Culture - The organization instilled a sense of belonging, with students and teachers redefining triumph through inclusion [27] - The organization created a community where everyone is a success, emphasizing individual success contributing to a collective achievement [43][44] - The organization fostered empathy, experienced and shared among students, becoming a culture [25] - The organization changed its vision to focus on strengths-based inclusion, teamwork, and bringing the marginalized to the mainstream [35][36]
Breaking the Mould | Oyedunni Arulogun | TEDxDugbe
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-10 15:24
How many of us know what I'm holding. Yes. Talking drum. How do we play the talking drum.Right. Can I play it any other way. Let's think.Can I use something else to play this talking drum. I can use my hand. Can I turn this talking drum to something else. What can I turn it to.Tool. Yes. What else.A stand. Yes. Decoration.Fantastic. Now, what have we been saying. What we've been saying is that the mold for this talking drop is to beat it with this.But we can turn it around. I can use my spoon to beat. Will ...