KEY DRIVERS OF OPTIMAL SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS PROVISION: AN ENGLISH STUDY
Journal Title: Journal of Special Education and Rehabilitation - Year 2015, Vol 16, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: The aim of this paper is to argue that there are a number of key drivers for Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision that have to be met by Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) and teaching professionals so as to ensure optimal provision and inclusion for children with SEN in mainstream primary schools. Although the research has been carried out in England, there is a significant European Dimension to the issue, as a similar role to that of SENCOs in respect of SEN management already exists in countries such as Finland and Ireland, and is being considered in Italy. Methods: This paper focuses on the data gathered for the purpose of the author’s doctoral research in England, through questionnaires and interviews with SENCOs, head teachers and teachers. Thematic analysis was used to explore key drivers of SEN provision by practitioners who support children with SEN. Results: Data illustrate that the key drivers of SEN provision include time; teacher openness to change; target setting; evidence of tried interventions; empowerment; decision-making and approachability. The implementation of such drivers depend largely on practitioner skills and competencies. Conclusion: The main conclusion within this paper is to develop points of reference for planning and practice, with illustrations of optimal provision by all practitioners who work with children with SEN.
Authors and Affiliations
Saneeya QURESHI| Institute for Social Innovation and Impact, The University of Northampton, United Kingdom
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP7971
- DOI -
- Views 483
- Downloads 36
ACKNOWLEDGING THE WORLD DAY OF AUTISM –APRIL THE 2ND SKOPJE, REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA
Following the tradition of acknowledging the International Day of Autism, the Macedonian Scientific Association for Autism this year also organized sports and entertainment gathering. The event was held on April the...
THE ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF DEVELOPMENT OF SPATIAL ORIENTATION IN CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
Being able to move freely requires the acknowledgment of one’s surroundings. For blind people, to acknowledge means to understand the space that enables free movement. Unfortunately, not enough attention is paid to conc...
REHABILITATION OF AUTISM WITH IMMUNE MODULATION THERAPY
Autoimmunity may play a key role in the pathogenesis of autism, an early-onset disorder of the developing central nervous system. Viruses such as measles virus might induce autoimmunity as evidenced by a strong correlati...
HEARING AND VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS AS RISK FACTORS FOR LATE-LIFE DEPRESSION
Introduction: Late-life depression is one of the most frequent disorders among the seniors and often remains unrecognized. One of the reasons why late-life depression often passes unrecognized is the comorbidity. Hearing...
THE FIRST BLIND STUDENT FROM MACEDONIA IN THE USA
Andrijana Prokopenko e mlada mo{ne trudoqubiva i odgovorna de-vojka so naglasen istra`uva~ki duh. O{tetuvawe na nejziniot vid od nea ne napravil iskompleksirana i introvertna li~nost. Naprotiv taa e postoja-no vedra i na...