“It’s About Learning” by Marsha Forest and Bruce Kappel explores Frontier College’s innovative Student-Centered Individualized Learning (SCIL) approach to adult education. This method prioritizes the learner’s unique needs, interests, and goals, fostering meaningful relationships between tutors and students. Through real-life stories, the book highlights how SCIL empowers individuals to overcome barriers like illiteracy, […]
It’s About Relationships by Marsha Forest is a heartfelt exploration of inclusion, community, and the transformative power of relationships. Republished to honor the 25th Summer Institute on Inclusion, Community, and Diversity, this essay reflects Marsha’s passionate advocacy for creating a just society where everyone belongs. Through personal stories, such as her journey of […]
About Teaching by Marsha Forest is a heartfelt and practical guide for educators, tutors, and anyone passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences. Rooted in Frontier College’s philosophy of inclusion and literacy for all, this booklet challenges traditional teaching methods, advocating for a student-centered approach that values individuality, trust, and collaboration. It emphasizes the importance […]
This document, titled Podium, explores the transformative power of inclusive education through real-life stories of integrating children with special needs into mainstream classrooms. Authored by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, it emphasizes the philosophy that “All means all,” advocating for the inclusion of every child, regardless of their challenges. The article recounts inspiring cases, such […]
This document explores the transformative philosophy of inclusive education, emphasizing that “everyone belongs.” It highlights the movement in Canada to integrate children with special needs, including those with severe disabilities, into regular classrooms alongside their peers. Through a detailed case study of Carla, a 12-year-old with significant challenges, readers learn how schools can […]
This document highlights the success of York University’s groundbreaking “Saturday-Get-Together” mainstreaming project, where children with disabilities and their “normal” peers learn together in a supportive, inclusive environment. Spearheaded by special education professor Marsha Forest and her team, the program emphasizes individual potential over labels, fostering self-confidence, leadership, and a sense of community. Over three […]
This document explores the transformative power of inclusion in education through two innovative strategies: MAPS (Making Action Plans) and Circles of Friends. Written by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, it highlights the importance of integrating students with diverse needs into regular classrooms, emphasizing that segregation is harmful and outdated. The authors argue that […]
This heartfelt and eye-opening document by Marsha Forest, titled “Out of the Mouths of Babes: A Warning to Us All”, recounts her observation of a Grade 1 classroom in a prestigious Canadian school. The focus is on Tommy, a six-year-old boy with developmental delays, who struggles to find acceptance and belonging among his peers. […]
Making Meetings Matter Discover how to transform dull, unproductive meetings into engaging, creative, and impactful events with Making Meetings Matter by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint. This guide dives into practical strategies to design meetings, workshops, and training sessions that energize participants and foster collaboration. Research shows that involving people in the process […]
This heartfelt letter from September 1989, written by Jack Pearpoint and Marsha Forest, offers a candid reflection on their challenging yet transformative 18-month journey. It recounts personal struggles, including health crises, professional hurdles, and threats to their safety, while highlighting their resilience and unwavering commitment to social justice. Jack and Marsha share their experiences […]