Communication: Stop Saying “Use Your Words”

Communication: Stop Saying "Use Your Words" 1

We are in the middle of a busy classroom. It is loud. The lights are humming. A student, let’s call him Sam, is getting red in the face. He is clenching his fists. He is making that low growling noise that every special needs teacher knows. He stomps his foot. He reaches out and shoves … Read more

Pupil Voice: Children with Speech, Language, & Communication Needs

Pupil Voice: Children with Speech, Language, & Communication Needs 2

Methods for Gaining Pupil Voice from Children with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs The recognition of children’s voices has become increasingly imperative in contemporary educational discourse. Shifting social, cultural, and political landscapes, alongside legal mandates such as the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, underscore the necessity of involving children, particularly those with … Read more

Effective Hybrid Learning Models for SEN Pupils

Effective Hybrid Learning Models for SEN Pupils

Developing Effective Hybrid Learning Models for Special Needs Pupils Hybrid schooling, combining online and in-person learning, has sparked several theories and discussions regarding its implementation for special needs pupils. The hybrid education model, involving alternating students between online and in-person classes started during the pandemic. Remote or Hybrid education is starting to become an option … Read more