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Education

Learning Methods

Lecture
Workshop

Module Offerings

5214EDSTUD-SEP-CTY

Aims

This module aims to develop students’ critical understanding of specific SENDs, as well as to critically analyse a range of educational approaches utilised to support individuals with SEND (traditional and alternative).

Learning Outcomes

1.
Evaluate the needs of individuals with a range of special educational needs and disabilities
2.
Analyse the impact of key approaches used to support individuals with special educational needs and disabilities
3.
Examine alternative educational environments and opportunities for those with special educational needs and disabilities

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:• Needs and support available for individuals with; - Autistic Spectrum Disorder, including social communication bases - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs, including nurture groups, short stay schools and therapeutic residential schools - Dyslexia - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Speech, Language and Communication Needs - Strategies for supporting effective communication, including PECs, social stories and Makaton - Alternative approaches including forest schools, Attention Autism and hospital education
Module Overview:
This module aims to develop students' critical understanding of specific SENDs, as well as to critically analyse a range of educational approaches utilised to support individuals with SEND (traditional and alternative).
Additional Information:This module explores specific SENDs, as well as critically analysing a range of educational approaches utilised to support individuals with SEND (traditional and alternative).

Assessments

Essay
Portfolio