Special needs students are an absolute joy to teach, but it can undoubtedly be a struggle at times. Andrew brings on AOE writer and friend of the podcast Abby Schukei to talk about the best ways--and best reasons--to make accommodations for all of your different students. They discuss why teachers are so poorly prepared to differentiate our instruction (3:45), specific strategies to find success with students with special needs (9:30), and the difference between inclusivity in your standard curriculum and a curriculum specifically written for an adaptive art class (15:00).  Resources and Links: Resources and Links: Here is Abby's article that Andrew mentioned in the opening 3 Ways to Better Work with Teaching Aides in the Art Room 5 Adaptations You Can Make for the Art Room TODAY!