In this insightful session, Abigail Hawkins explores the concept of adaptive teaching, providing SENCOs with practical strategies to effectively support diverse student needs. By cleverly using Winnie the Pooh characters, Abigail illustrates how teachers can differentiate their teaching methods to cater to a variety of learning styles. Whether you’re a SENCO, teacher, or educational professional, this session offers valuable techniques that can be implemented in your classroom to ensure every student thrives.

Key points of learning for SENCOs include:

• Understanding Adaptive Teaching: Learn how to make real-time adjustments to teaching methods, ensuring they meet the diverse needs of all students.
• Differentiation vs. Adaptive Teaching: Discover the difference between pre-planned differentiation and the flexibility of adaptive teaching.
• Using Relatable Metaphors: Understand how characters like Winnie the Pooh can simplify the explanation of complex student behaviors and adaptive strategies.
• Importance of Flexible Seating: Explore the benefits of providing varied seating options to enhance student engagement and physical development.
• Alternative Recording Methods: Find out how to encourage the use of tools beyond pen and paper to accommodate individual learning preferences.
• Effective Use of Sensory Breaks: Learn the importance of flexible sensory breaks in helping students self-regulate and maintain focus.
• Visual Checklists and Consistency: See how consistent visual aids across subjects can support student independence and understanding.
• Pre-Teaching Vocabulary: Discover how introducing key vocabulary before lessons can significantly improve student engagement and comprehension.
• Reasonable Adjustments and Legal Requirements: Gain insight into the legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010 for making anticipatory adjustments.
• Challenges of Labelling: Learn to use student labels carefully to inform support without limiting potential.
• Promoting a Whole-School Approach: Understand the importance of adaptive teaching as a standard practice across the entire school.
• Empowering Teachers: Help teachers gain confidence in making in-the-moment adjustments to their teaching strategies.

This session is perfect for educators aiming to create an inclusive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Note: This is a condensed version of our half day workshop on Adaptive teaching available via SENDCO Solutions if you want to know more about this session just book a meeting