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Principles of Communication (SEND)

January 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm

This session focuses on the principles of effective communication, which can be used to guide interventions and support interactions.

Communication can be a significant barrier for pupils with SEND. It can prevent them from learning, from having a voice, and from forming positive and meaningful relationships with others.

● Why is it important how I communicate with children with SEND?

● What is a ‘communication rich environment’, and how does it help?

● How do I improve the quality and clarity of learning?

This session focuses on the principles of effective communication, which can be used to guide interventions and support interactions.

Whether you are a Teaching Assistant, ECT, experienced teacher or SENDCo, this workshop will help you ensure that pupils have the best chance to understand, and be understood.

Learning Outcomes:-

● To explore how communication can affect and be affected by school based situations.

● To develop better communicative techniques for working with children with SEND.

● To explore how the principles can be easily transferred to your classroom.

● To share and discuss classroom concerns with experts in the field.

This session is being run by Lara Hughes from Frank Wise School in Banbury, a special school for children and young adults aged between 2 and 19. It will give participants lots of practical ideas for achieving effective teams that impact directly on the most vulnerable learners in the classroom.

Cost: £30 per person

Venue

Online

Organisers

OTSA
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Suitable for
Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SENCo