Specific Learning Differences, What Teachers Need to Know (Second Edition)

Specific Learning Differences, What Teachers Need to Know (Second Edition)

by Diana Hudson
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 18/04/2024

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The updated, straight-talking and accessible guide is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs, senior leadership and even home schooling parents who want to know more about supporting students with Learning Differences.


Highlighting some of the more commonly encountered Specific Learning Differences (SpLD's), expert Diana Hudson concisely describes the signs of those that are most commonly encountered in the classroom. Covering: dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, autism spectrum condition, ADHD, OCD and featuring brand new chapters on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and tics and Tourette Syndrome, this book covers all the information you need, whilst reminding us that all neurodivergent children are individuals and have different qualities.


Diana provides an overview of each identity and evaluates how you may need to adapt your levels of support in the classroom - as well as practical suggestions for modifying teaching materials and methods to make learning enjoyable, effective and accessible for all students. There are also dedicated chapters on helping students with SpLD's to improve their organisation and develop effective revision skills and exam techniques.

ISBN:
9781839977091
9781839977091
Category:
Teaching of specific groups & persons with special educational needs
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
18-04-2024
Language:
English
Publisher:
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Diana Hudson

Diana Hudson has taught science in secondary schools for over 35 years to. She has combined her enthusiasm for teaching science with her interest in helping children who think differently to learn effectively and to flourish. She has trained to teach students who have Specific Learning Difficulties and this combination has enabled her to become both a Head of Biology and a SENCO. at different times in her career. She has written articles for journals including the SEN magazine and Education in Chemistry and is the author of Specific learning Difficulties what teachers need to Know, published in 2015 by Jessica Kingsley.

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