PECS

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Enhancing Communication with Makaton and PECS

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1:1 TA Non-Verbal SEN Pupils: A Guide to Makaton and PECS For teaching assistants working 1:1 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) pupils in mainstream UK schools, few things are as impactful as mastering communication support. Many children with SEN, especially those who are autistic, are designated as having severe learning difficulties, or specific speech and … Read more

Snack Time at School: Communication & Interaction

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Using Snack Time at School to Enhance Communication Snack time at school can be a great opportunity to develop a number of key skills for our pupils. Given the regular nature of mealtimes in school settings and the inherent positive nature of mealtimes for most children, this activity is an outstanding context for social communication … Read more