Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Education
LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Online

Seminar

Tutorial

Workshop

Module Offerings

7501SIL-JAN-PAR

Aims

To support professionals' understanding of the SENCo role through critical engagement with current theory, research, policy and professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically examine how the role of the SENCo is operationalised in their settings
2.
Critically analyse key theoretical frameworks and concepts associated with the role of the SENCo.
3.
Critically reflect on research and evidence based practice associated with the SENCo role.
4.
Evidence that they have achieved the relevant NASENCo learning outcomes

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Key concepts and theoretical frameworks associated with the role of the SENCo Context of the role: institutional, local, national and international Differentiation: materials, resources and broadening the accessibility and range of the curriculum and applying for examination adjustments. Roles and responsibilities of practitioners in planning and supporting learning. Learning policy and provision; auditing current provision. Managing resources: time, space, people, finance, materials. Practitioner enquiry approaches.
Module Overview:
This module provides a grounding in theory, research and practice for educational professionals. It is particularly suitable for those keen to develop their capabilities as SENCOs, their understanding of policy contexts and their ability to improve educational outcomes and organisational effectiveness. The module contributes to attainment of the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordinators (NASC). It aims to:
  • enable you to expand your knowledge and understanding of the role of SENCO through learning based on engagement with current educational theory, research, policy and practice
  • develop your critical professional practice through analysis of, reflection on, and engagement with this knowledge and understanding in your professional setting
  • develop professionally and personally through engagement with the module
Additional Information:This module provides a grounding in theory, research and practice for educational professionals with an interest in developing their capabilities as SENCos, their understanding of policy contexts, and their ability to contribute to improve educational outcomes and organisational effectiveness. The module contributes to attainment of the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo).

Assessments

Dissertation