Ableism Causes People Who Create Obstacles In Special Education

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When the course first began I wasn’t sure what SED 125 would necessarily entail. I already had some knowledge about Special Education, but it was all pretty vague, and not at all factual. I had assumed that people who have a disability were either affected physically or mentally, and that I should try my best to help. SED 125 taught me that everybody is diverse in their own ways even if not having a disability. That there are barriers that cause people who may have visual impairments or a some form of mobility impairment and many other barriers create obstacles in their lives. I learned that Ableism is a massive problem that causes people who have disabilities feel belittled and viewed as less important in society. That with inclusive education

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