Our Mission Statement

To promote collaboration between music educators and special educators in support of
the inclusion of students with disabilities in music programs, curriculum activities, and community events.
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Examples of Devices

Universal Design for Learning

Law

Students Making Music: Hear and See Now

Cool Stuff, Forms, & Ideas

Inclusion Best
Practices

Demos of Software

Lesson Plans

Take a Quiz About AT

Resources and Links for Educators and Families

Contact Information:
Dr. Kimberly A. McCord

kamccor@ilstu.edu
Illinois State University
College of Fine Arts
School of Music

Dr. Emily H. Watts

ewatts@ilstu.edu
Illinois State University
College of Education
Department of Special Education

The Role of the Special Educator

• Assessment team member

• Instructional planner

• Classroom behavior manager

• Collaborator

• Professional special educator

The Role of the Music Educator

• Instructional planner

• Director of performing ensembles

• Organizer and scheduler

• Collaborator

• Professional music educator

Mission Statement Video