EDFE 1300 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Ableism, Ageism, Intersectionality
1 Apr 2020
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Special education in ontario: legislation and human rights. Students in ontario continue to be treated with discrimination. Role to ensure rights are maintained in accordance with the code. Files human rights claims against school boards when rights are violated. Code applies to all public and private schools in ontario= municipal code. Ohrc"s mandate is with respect to the human rights aspects of educational services. Policies good to refer to when advocating for students if violation of human rights is sensed. Topics address: evolving legal definition of disability and implications for education providers. The impact of ableism on the delivery of education and on the experiences of students with disabilities. Analogous to racism, sexism or ageism, that sees persons with disabilities as being less inherent value than others. Recognition of the central importance of inclusive design in the education context. An emphasis on accommodations that promote integration and participation.
