This document discusses philosophies of multicultural education and inclusion of special needs children in general education classrooms. It argues that special needs children will benefit from attending general education classes when given appropriate accommodations. Both special needs children and other students will benefit, as special needs children can strive to keep up with peers and be treated equally, while other students learn diversity and tolerance of others.

1. Running Head: Philosophies of Multicultural Education
Philosophies of Multicultural Education
Teresa Puga
Fresno Pacific University

2. Philosophies of Multicultural Education
Philosophies of Multicultural Education
Children with these special needs will, I believe benefit from attending a general
education class and being given these accommodations. The children with special needs
will strive to push themselves to keep up with rest of the class and really show their
potential. Special needs children should never be counted out or expected less from
within reason. If the child is physically or mentally unable to perform the task then the
teacher should realize this and make accommodations or if needed modifications on the
activities. The mixture of special needs children in a general education class will benefit
both the special needs children and the rest of the classroom. Children with special needs
long to be with everyone else and to be treated the same not singled out because of the
their disability. The rest of the classroom will be taught diversity and how to tolerate
others who are different.
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