Supporting Students with Literacy Difficulties

The authors illustrate the way in which teachers and other adults can create responsive social contexts at school and at home to enable all children to participate fully in reading, writing and oral language activities in the classroom.

Education & Teaching

Wearmouth, Janice

Berryman, Mere

Glynn, Ted

Schools & Teaching

Open University Press

'Arguably the most common sense, and certainly the most informative, contemporary text on literacy! Glynn, Wearmouth and Berryman bring a wealth of experience to the field of literacy, culture and family/school collaboration. We are indebted to the authors for putting together such an informative and groundbreaking text that has overarching relevance in today's multicultural society' - Dr Gavin Reid, University of Edinburgh, UK. 'A much needed text to counter the overly psychological approach to teaching literacy. It emphasizes a socio-cultural approach which puts the focus on the interactive, responsive and social elements of the child learning to read in relation to the world around them' - Wally Penetito, Victoria University, New Zealand.In many countries, school populations are becoming increasingly socially and culturally diverse, and delivering effective literacy programmes is becoming more challenging and complex. This book shows schools how to address difficulties with literacy learning experienced by students of diverse backgrounds, by employing strategies that respond to and affirm difference. This 'responsive approach' actively engages with students' prior knowledge and experiences and ensures that these are fully validated in the literacy activities of the classroom. The responsive approach includes members of students' homes and communities collaborating to facilitate their participation in defining and delivering literacy programmes.This book illustrates ways in which teachers and other adults can create responsive social contexts at school and at home, to enable all children to participate fully in reading, writing and oral language activities in the classroom. It offers effective strategies for overcoming barriers to literacy learning, including: reading tutoring that promotes comprehension and independence; writing partnerships that respond to children's messages Responsive feedback strategies; and, interactive contexts that promote student responsibility for learning Community and school collaboration to develop authentic learning tasks. "Supporting Students with Literacy Difficulties: A Responsive Approach" is key reading for teacher education students, practising teachers and parents.

"This is a refreshing and comprehensive book providing an excellent introduction to theory and practice in SEN. It will be much in demand and appreciated by all teachers who are attempting to tackle the issues and questions that can accompany the desire to meet the learning needs of all children." Dr. Gavin Reid, Educational Consultant, Red Rose School, UK; Centre for Child Evaluation and Teaching, Kuwait; REACH Learning Center, Canada. 
 As a trainee or newly qualified teacher, being faced with students labelled as having 'special educational needs' can be a daunting prospect. The whole area of SEN and 'inclusion' is often shrouded with uncertainty about what it means, either in theory or in practice, and what it entails.
 This guide addresses these issues in a straightforward, supportive and practical way, focusing on the needs of the beginning teacher. Using case studies, activities and resources, it will equip you with the skills and knowledge to support groups of pupils with SEN in different settings and phases.
 Key features include:
<ul>
<li> Vignettes to illustrate the kinds of challenges you are likely to face in ensuring that all students can learn effectively in their classrooms </li>
<li> Clarification of the legal responsibilities of all teachers in relation to special needs provision </li>
<li> An overview of the four broad areas of need outlined in the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (DfES, 2001), including strategies appropriate to each </li>
<li> A discussion of assessment and planning, including student, peer and family views </li>
<li> Focus on difficulties in the area of numeracy and literacy, including effective intervention strategies </li>
<li> Coverage of behavioural issues and effective resolution strategies </li>
<li> An insight into the uses of ICT to support students' learning and achievement </li>
<li> Sources of further specialist advice and support</li>
</ul> A Beginning Teacher's Guide to Special Educational Needs provides essential support and guidance for student teachers during and beyond their teaching training.

A Beginning Teacher's Guide to Special Educational Needs

Bringing the Curriculum to Life

Lindley, Karen

If you want to know how to carry out your duties as a SENCO effectively, then this is the book for you! This straightforward and practical guide will give you confidence in the development and improvement of SEND provision in your school, so that you can survive, thrive and flourish in your role. Throughout the book you will find a number of helpful features, tools and resources, either for your own use or for use in professional development with other staff, including: * reflective activities to help you evaluate SEND policy and practice in your school * activities for discussion with other staff members in your school or college * checklists of effective inclusion practices as tools for 'learning walks' or staff professional development * audit tools to help you assess the quality of your school's SEND provision * examples of completed policy documents * observation tools for class groups and individual students * templates for assessing difficult behaviour and planning for improvement Whether you are new and in training or a more experienced SENCO, this is an essential resource that helps you get to grips with the role of the SENCO in line with the latest statutory guidance. It is particularly suitable for students and providers of the National Award for SEN Co-ordination as the book comprehensively covers the learning outcomes for the Award.

The Effective Senco (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)

Meeting Difficulties in Literacy Development

Addressing the sensitive issue of difficulties in literacy development this practical book outlines what is meant by 'literacy' and the barriers to literacy development such as social class, ethnicity, culture and gender. It emphasises practical strategies and programmes to help reduce these barriers at school, family and community levels. Throughout, the highly qualified team of authors relate cognitive, psychological, and socio-cultural perspectives to current curriculum policies, controversies and ethical considerations. This book enables practitioners to reflect critically upon the choices available to them in assessing and supporting students who experience difficulties in literacy development. Topics covered include a thorough consideration of dyslexia, bilingualism, the conceptualising of literacy, equity issues, and suggestions for assessment and planning for pupils.  This is essential reading for students on initial teacher training courses and teachers on CPD courses in the area of special needs, literacy and dyslexia. It is also a companion course guide for the Open University’s new Difficulties in Literacy Development course.

Meeting Difficulties in Literacy Development: Research, Policy and Practice

Politics & Social Sciences

Reid, Gavin

Soler, Janet

Sociology

Routledge

The authors of this comprehensive text discuss the root causes of disruptive behaviour, tackle assessment issues and develop effective intervention strategies that will be of practical use to teachers and other educators. Whilst theorising behaviour management from a range of perspectives: psychodynamic, behavioural and socio-cultural, the authors remain firmly focused on practical issues of policy making, assessment and intervention, and address a wide range of related issues, such as:  policy in relation to behaviour in schools at local authority, national and international level cultural concerns, race, gender, school discipline and exclusion medical perspectives of topical interest such as ADHD, autism and diet assessment at district, community, classroom and individual level, and how these underpin theory. This book will appeal to anyone for whom behaviour in schools is a key concern, such as student teachers, teacher educators, senior school managers and practising teachers undertaking further study in the field.

Perspectives on Student Behaviour in Schools: Exploring Theory and Developing Practice

Social Sciences

The authors of this comprehensive text discuss the root causes of disruptive behaviour, tackle assessment issues and develop effective intervention strategies that will be of practical use to teachers and other educators. Whilst theorising behaviour management from a range of perspectives: psychodynamic, behavioural and socio-cultural, the authors remain firmly focused on practical issues of policy making, assessment and intervention, and address a wide range of related issues, such as: <ul>
<li>policy in relation to behaviour in schools at local authority, national and international level</li> <li>cultural concerns, race, gender, school discipline and exclusion</li> <li>medical perspectives of topical interest such as ADHD, autism and diet</li> <li>assessment at district, community, classroom and individual level, and how these underpin theory.</li>
</ul>
This book will appeal to anyone for whom behaviour in schools is a key concern, such as student teachers, teacher educators, senior school managers and practising teachers undertaking further study in the field.

@text:Providing an engaging and complete overview Special Educational Needs: The Basics examines the fundamental principles of the subject from policy to practice. This book covers: <ul>
<li>Concepts of special educational needs </li> <li>The historical development of special provision and key legislation</li> <li>Identification and assessment of young people’s special learning and behaviour needs</li> <li>Working with a wide range of individual difficulties in practice </li> <li>The personal experiences of individuals with special needs </li> <li>Special needs provision and the children’s workforce </li>
</ul> This book is an ideal starting point for all those with questions about what constitutes special educational needs and how individuals can be supported in practice. It is also essential reading for trainees, teachers and all others working with young people who experience difficulties in learning and behaviour, or who have special sensory or physical needs. .

Special Educational Needs: The Basics

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Supporting Students with Literacy Difficulties

Supporting Students with Literacy Difficulties

A Beginning Teacher's Guide to Special Educational Needs

Bringing the Curriculum to Life

The Effective Senco (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)

Meeting Difficulties in Literacy Development: Research, Policy and Practice

Perspectives on Student Behaviour in Schools: Exploring Theory and Developing Practice

Perspectives on Student Behaviour in Schools: Exploring Theory and Developing Practice

Special Educational Needs: The Basics

Special Educational Needs: The Basics