EP 11 “Unlocking the Power of Inclusive Education with Dr. Beth Fitzmaurice”

ADAC is excited to bring you another episode of ADAC Answers, an #educationpodcast for all! In our FREE 30-minute podcast, Dr. Beth Fitzmaurice provides insights into her extensive career in education and her role at ADAC as the Vice President for Public School Leader & Teacher Development. In this episode, we delve into:

• insights into the importance of inclusive education and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), emphasizing the value of embracing students' diverse abilities and backgrounds as assets.
• the significance of MTSS in addressing students' academic, social, and emotional needs. Dr. Fitzmaurice highlights the fluidity of tiered support systems and the role of data-driven interventions.
• practical strategies for educators to foster inclusive classrooms are discussed, including the importance of listening to students, challenging assumptions, and promoting character education to build respectful and diverse learning spaces.
• And more!

Invest just 30 minutes with us to listen to "Unlocking the Power of Inclusive Education with Dr. Beth Fitzmaurice” Then, armed with new insight, check out how ADAC can assist your school with its particular needs and many other needs that your school may have. And also, be sure to check out and remain updated on the rest of our ADAC Answers podcast episodes.

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As follows is the bio of our guest speaker Beth Fitzmaurice, Ed.D:

Beth Fitzmaurice, Ed.D (ADAC Vice President for Public School Leader & Teacher Development): A special educator and educational leader for over 30 years, Elizabeth has served as an instructional coach and a special education program developer and evaluator. A veteran of the United States Army, she has taught at the United States Military Academy at West Point. With research interests in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and inclusive practices, Elizabeth holds a bachelor’s degree from Fitchburg State University, a master’s degree from Worcester State University, and a doctoral degree from Boston College.