A-Z Special Needs: For Every Teacher

Introduction

A-Z of Special Needs: For Every Teacher (2^nd edition) provides a comprehensive reference of special educational needs information and conditions for anyoneinvolved in working with children with learning difficulties or disabilities.

Summary of contents

From the writers of the best-selling A-Z of Special Needs,this exciting second editionis one of our best-selling resources, simply flying-off the shelves ever since its publication.

• a comprehensive glossary of definitions, terms and acronyms used by practitioners working with pupils with learning difficulties and disabilities
• a clear guide to the barriers to learning likely to be encountered by mainstream class teachers or tutors. Each condition or syndrome is given a general description, followed by a breakdown of its main characteristics and an extensive range of practical support strategies to suit pupils of all ages
• a Who’s Who? with detailed descriptions of the roles of professionals working within multi-agency settings
• proformas designed to support the work of the SENCO as well as the class teacher. These easy-to-use templates will help you to simplify the process of recording individuals needs and progress
• an A-Z of the contact details of support groups for all barriers to learning listed
• special needs resources in an A-Z of publishers and resources, software publishers and equipment suppliers
• an A-Z of useful websites.

Benefits

A-Z of Special Needs: For Every Teacher (2^nd edition) has been completely updated to include substantial new additions in each section as well as full cross-referencing. A truly indispensable reference tool for every setting.

Chapter breakdown

Introduction
A-Z Jargonbuster
Glossary of SEN acronyms and terminology
Learning difficulties and disabilities
SEN conditions and syndromes (characteristics and support strategies)
Differentiation
Practical ways to match learning activities to needs
Developing learning skills
Learning skills and ways to strengthen them
Who’s who?
SEN professionals and what they do
SEN support groups
For SEN conditions and syndromes
A-Z resources
A-Z publishers of SEN books, software and other resources
Websites
SEN proformas

Details

Paperback, 297 x 228, 220 Pages. Published 30/11/2008

Testimonials

The A-Z of Special Needs for Every Teacher is an essential resource for all primary teachers, specialists and teacher trainees. Many teachers receive limited training regarding learning difficulties, but are expected to address the diverse needs of every child in their class. This book provides a clear and concise explanation of SEN conditions and syndromes, demonstrating how they may affect a child’s learning.