#SpecialEDchat 26th August 2015

Welcome to #specialEdchat the #NQTadvice special introduce yourself & share what training in SEN you have had. pic.twitter.com/wPtl1XLlgT

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Hi Joe AHT in a Kent special schoo. Had no training in SEN as an NQT! TEACCH & autism training since. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC be great to have your input. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Q1 What strategies do you use to include children with SEN in group work? #specialEdchat #NQTAdvice pic.twitter.com/OBoukP7dv3

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@seni_bl come and join our inclusion chat #specialEDchat your contribution would be welcomed.

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Great blog on including those with ASD in group work http://t.co/bBXb0YJHbe #SpecialEdchat #NQTadvice by @funasdteacher

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@MrsMathia fantastic idea remember to add #specialEDchat to your tweets!

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach thanks for the prompt; works for all learners even old ones #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC do you have students you identify as needing extra support in groups? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@MrsMathia yes we use the same. Just little reminders are all some students need. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Hi #specialEDchat Ines from Germany, but not a special Ed teacher. We try to handle such problems with inclusion. But it's a hard job!

— Ines Bieler (@seni_bl) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach we had whole sch training in Kagan cooperative learning structures – highly recommend it see @T2TUK #specialEdchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

Q2 How do you build trust & positive relationships with Parents of children with SEN? #specialEdchat #NQTAdvice pic.twitter.com/hzxuwwDfkv

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC Lynn would you mind sharing your website and resources for #specialEDchat?

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach @funASDteacher It is essential to share the 'big picture' with autistic learners #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

.@seni_bl yes a global issue. Do you have any programmes or support available to you? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC how do you prep Ss for group work? Social stories? Modelling? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach positive phone calls / notes home. Regular scheduled meetings #specialEdchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach Support might not be linked to academic ability. Ensure students are engaged and stretched not coasting #specialEDchat

— Martin Matthews (@mm684) August 26, 2015

I urge everyone to check out Lynn's site http://t.co/XetPxVoW0v #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@mm684 Yes inclusion means every child. Great point. Not just those with a diagnosis. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach We try to solve such problems individually. Special plan f4 kid, Ps,Ts &S together – like a treaty (tasks, duties) #specialEDchat

— Ines Bieler (@seni_bl) August 26, 2015

Fabulous stuff thanks for sharing #specialEDchat https://t.co/UwukQu9e1e

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC yes I don't think we challenge our Ss to work together, I have mentioned this in Obs #specialEDchat as long as its structured.

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@PadronPepperz yes take any opportunity to celebrate a success no matter how much of a small step. #specialEDchat #NQTadvice

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Yes @seni_bl we use little tasks and errands for meaningful time out of the classroom. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@MrsMathia @funASDteacher show the purpose. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach here it's all about classroom time. #specialEDchat

— Ines Bieler (@seni_bl) August 26, 2015

Does anyone use social media to communicate with parents or share students achievements? #specialEDchat #NQTadvice

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Final question in 1 minute. If you missed the chat please keep tweeting answers using #specialedchat & #NQTadvice

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

I have heard of postcards home as a great way to build trust and engagement with parents #specialEDchat #NQTadvice

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@seni_bl I see! Responsibility to build self esteem? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Q3 Share some effective strategies for reducing disruptive behaviour (SEN specific) #specialEdchat #NQTAdvice pic.twitter.com/kRb9Yr3bVo

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Good #NQTadvice from senco @PadronPepperz on teaching strategies for SEN http://t.co/2c0HyLykKa #specialedchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@MrMattock good plan prep can work wonders. Such a simple strategy. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC @seni_bl don't get me started on Lego! I haven't heard of Lego therapy? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

#specialEDchat there are some fab resources here: http://t.co/ZvS12ojm1h

— lenabellina (@lenabellina) August 26, 2015

A3: understanding – Always keep in mind that he/she tries to do the best. Often we see rude behaviour where it isn't. #specialEDchat

— Ines Bieler (@seni_bl) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach #SpecialEDchat listen to them and talk to them. We had one come this week to speak to all support staff about child's condition

— George Gilchrist (@GilchristGeorge) August 26, 2015

Great blog on including those with ASD in group work http://t.co/a0wqoHRlKF #SpecialEdchat #NQTadvice by @funasdteacher @jw_teach

— Iván Dario Cruz P (@ivdacruz) August 26, 2015

A3. Be prepared to change your plans. And have back up resources, plan B,C,D…flexible and adaptive are very important! #specialEdchat

— Amanda Meyer (@243Rin) August 26, 2015

@PadronPepperz @jw_teach communication is the key especially in secondary #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

nice idea, from @PadronPepperz I had only been thinking about term time. Holiday contact is a great idea. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

#specialEDchat remember that inclusion is more that locational. Don't insist on putting child in a busy class if it causes stress/distress

— lenabellina (@lenabellina) August 26, 2015

@reachoutASC @seni_bl love it. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach we agreed it all with parents first so it wasn't a bolt out of the blue! #specialEdchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

@GilchristGeorge yes the autism training i had was delivered by a parent, helps build links and empathy. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

Catching up. Sorry @jw_teach a2: be positive where possible and always include learning in the conversation. Celebrate too #specialEdchat

— Amanda Meyer (@243Rin) August 26, 2015

We have a box of motivating activities @243Rin to distract but with a purpose. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

great point @lenabellina it can be a slow process, what are your thoughts on ear defenders etc to reduce anxiety? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@243Rin we discuss IEP targets and will agree them together. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach even when the phone call might be about behaviour, it's important to say it's stopping the learning. #SpecialEDchat

— Amanda Meyer (@243Rin) August 26, 2015

.@BatesMandi that's a good return, we have additional issues with looked after children and those in care. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach Yes….and an increasingly popular communication route. #specialEDchat #NQTadvice

— Carol Allen (@caroljallen) August 26, 2015

@CeriStokes @DanielPLC73 often Parents need as much digital literacy training as the Students! #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

.@PadronPepperz ignoring low level behaviour is a good strategy while you try to reengage. A what point do you draw the line. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@243Rin do you find the parents focus is on the behaviour or your response? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@CeriStokes @DanielPLC73 like when your gran comments on your posts! #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach that depends completely on the child and situation. give warnings, visual & verbal and follow thru #specialEDchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

@caroljallen I am venturing into this to improve engagement this term. #specialEDchat any advice re policies?

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@PadronPepperz that is the key to behaviour management – follow through! #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach my response is the learning becomes an issue so they understand the impact caused by behaviour. #specialEdchat always with can dos

— Amanda Meyer (@243Rin) August 26, 2015

@PadronPepperz @jw_teach consistency consistency consistency #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

.@243Rin I find as long as the needs of the child are at the heart of your actions Ps will support. #specialEDchat #NQTadvice

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach routine in lessons; I use music and dim the lights. First 7 minutes of my lessons always begin with the same task #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

“@MrsMathia: @PadronPepperz @jw_teach consistency consistency consistency #specialEDchat” #specialEDchat quote of the chat!

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@lenabellina modern small headphones are quite effective at noise cancelling now, and giant ones are more popular! #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach very true & chn need 2 know what specifically they have done is good. But not OTT praise, otherwise embarrassing #specialEDchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach have a Helpdesk so the learners know where to go. When music is on they can ask anyone. Music stops I can support #specialEDchat

— Deborah Barakat (@MrsMathia) August 26, 2015

Great idea @MrsMathia music can be a great indicator of which lesson is coming up. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@lenabellina none of my students use them, what do you use them for? #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@MrsMathia wow I'm glad you joined the chat these are great ideas! #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015

@jw_teach & if ch is embarrassed by praise, a whole new issue behaviour wise will open up as they try 2 regain street cred! #specialEDchat

— Jenny (@_PrimaryTeach) August 26, 2015

@caroljallen no that's great advice. It was pushed for by governor. I seem to be default anything to do with tech guy. #specialEDchat

— Joe W (@jw_teach) August 26, 2015