2nd Edition

The Changing Face of Special Educational Needs Impact and implications for SENCOs, teachers and their schools

By Alison Ekins Copyright 2015
210 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

210 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

210 Pages 9 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Fully revised with the requirements of the 2014 new SEN Code of Practice, this second edition of The Changing Face of Special Educational Needs shows teachers, SENCOs and students in teacher training how to respond to the rapidly changing context of special education. This highly practical and accessible text unlocks the often confusing field of special education provision in schools today by:... Read more

Acknowledgements  Chapter 1. Re-examining practices in a time of change  Chapter 2. The Changing Policy Context  Chapter 3. The changing SEN system  Chapter 4. Statutory responsibilities for SEN: whose job is it anyway?  Chapter 5. The role of the SENCO  Chapter 6. New ways of working  Chapter 7. Coordinating, implementing and evaluating provision  Chapter 8. Working with pupils with SEN and/or disabilities and their parents  Chapter 9. Developing and evaluating practices in an era of change  References  Appendices

Biography

Alison Ekins is Course Director for the National Award for SEN Coordination at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK, as well as Head of the Foundation Learning Department and Director of High Needs Provisions within an Academy Trust

"This book, although aimed squarely at school teachers, has been updates to include the latest legislative changes, which apply equally to further education providers and practitioners. Packed with practical information and activities, it will offer much to FE practitioners and managers." - InTuition