How might we address diverse needs and contexts?

Some of the big ideas (in no particular order) include: safe and inclusive classrooms; brain research; multiple intelligences (Gardner); learning styles; aboriginal ways of learning; strategies for EAL learners; equity; differentiation; classroom diversity (Schnellert & Brownlie); accommodation strategies; Individual Education Plans; School-based Team; assistive technologies; Multiple Menu model (Renzulli); learning tools; learning profiles; school resource programs; adapted vs modified programs; Differentiated Instruction (Tomlinson);