Autism
SEN Resources
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Explore a variety of specialised tools and techniques designed to support individuals on the autism spectrum, addressing challenges in communication, social interaction, and sensory processing. From visual supports and social stories to sensory tools and strategies for promoting independence, our autism resources are tailored to empower individuals with autism to thrive and succeed.
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Metacognitive Mastery: Reflecting on Strategies That Empower SEN Learners
Discover key insights from a series of metacognitive strategies tailored for learners with special educational needs (SEN). Learn how integrating these strategies into everyday teaching methods fosters self-regulated learners poised for lifelong success.
The Value of Reflective Pauses in Special Needs Learning
Discover the significance of incorporating reflective pauses in special needs education. Explore how these pauses enhance information processing, encourage self-assessment, promote metacognition, and empower students with special educational needs (SEN) to become active participants in their learning journey.
Socratic Seminars: Engaging Critical Thought Dialogue Within the SEND Setting
Explore the method of Socratic seminars in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) settings. Discover how these seminars, rooted in Socrates’ questioning approach, encourage deep thinking, active engagement, and higher-order reasoning among SEND pupils.
Fostering Resilience Through Reflective Practice Children with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties
Discover how reflective practice is key to developing emotional regulation and resilience in children facing emotional and behavioural challenges in educational settings.
Hosting Drop-In Sessions: Why and How?
Explore the importance of hosting regular SEND drop-in sessions, fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents, pupils, and staff in the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) process. Learn how to plan and execute these sessions effectively and address challenges that may arise.
The Role of SENCO in Reading/Spelling Age Updates
Explore the vital role of SENCOs in updating reading and spelling ages for SEN students. Learn how this data serves as a diagnostic tool, influences interventions, and informs curriculum planning. Discover the importance of collaboration and technology in the process.
Enhancing SEND Provisions: Planning and Adaptation
Explore the importance of evolving SEND provisions to meet changing student needs. Learn strategies for data-driven decision-making, gathering stakeholder feedback, staying updated with research, piloting new provisions, and collaborating with specialists. Navigate challenges like resource management and maintaining tailored solutions.
Participating in Awareness Weeks: A Guide
Explore the significance of Awareness Weeks for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and how schools can participate. Learn about breaking stereotypes, providing education, building empathy, and celebrating diversity. Get tips on planning and involving various stakeholders.
SENCO Assessment: Techniques for Supporting SEND
Are you a UK SENCO looking for effective assessment tools and techniques? Discover our informal guide to SENCO assessment and learn how to support students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Autism Resources
Podcasts
In this week's episode we are joined by Joe Fautley, a project co-ordinator at the Council for Disabled Children. Joe is autistic, has dyspraxia and anxiety. Alongisde his day job [...]
Tigger Pritchard is awesomely Neurodivergent and passionate about reducing anxiety for all. To help all Neurotypes understand each other, to bridge the Neurodivide. Self-Identifying Neurospicy, working with individuals, families, education, [...]
In this, our inaugural video episode, we welcome Fintan O'Regan and Sarah-J back to the show to discuss the ever-present topic of schol attendance. The post School Attendance with Suzy [...]
In this episode we are discussing autism and should or shouldn’t we be labelling some autistic people as profoundly autistic? Joining me to discuss this is sensory engagement and inclusion [...]
In this week's podcast we discuss the upcoming book ‘Girl Unmasked: How Uncovering My Autism Saved My Life’ with author Emily Katy The post GIRL UNMASKED – Autistic Masking, School [...]
Autism Resources Videos
Autism Resources Provisions
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Language for Behaviour and Emotions by Anna Branagan, Melanie Cross and Stephen Parsons
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All Cats Are On The Autism Spectrum by Cathy Hoopmann
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All About Autism – Secondary Teachers – Lynn McCann
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SENCO Handbook: Leading and Managing a Whole School Approach by Elizabeth Cowne, Carol Frankl, Liz Gerschel
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Mind Maps for Kids: An Introduction by Tony Buzan
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Working Memory & Learning – Susan Gathercole & Tracy Packlam Alloway
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Understanding Working Memory – Tracy Packlam Alloway, Ross G. Alloway
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All Birds Have Anxiety by Cathy Hoopmann
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Fall Down 7 Times, Get up 8 by Naoki Higashida
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Lego Based Therapy
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The Reason I Jump by Naoki Higashida
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Talkabout Transitions – Chris McLoughlin and Alex Kelly
£46.00
