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This module aims to introduce the concept of Special Educational Needs to participants and to examine major policy initiatives introduced over the last twenty years which have had a direct impact on those with Special Educational Needs.

This module will cover the following topics:

issues around working with Special Educational Needs;

issues of equality and diversity including gender, disability, belief, race, ethnicity, and culture;

ways in which special needs can act as a barrier to development;

Safeguarding issues for children with Special Educational Needs

ways through which barriers are broken down in a range of settings through use of particular approaches and systematic learning support.

A student passing this module should be able to:

1. Understand what is meant by the term Special Educational Needs and Inclusion and the impact of working with those with SEN;

2. Understand the distinction between the varying degrees of Special Needs;

3. Be aware of major legislation on SEN and equality over the last twenty years;

4. Be aware of some of the barriers faced by those with SEN, including issues that are affected by gender, ethnicity and culture and be aware of ways of overcoming these;

5. Apply strategies to communicate effectively with those with SEN and support development and progress;

6. Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues and support mental well-being and emotional development, especially where safeguarding issues arise.

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.