Addressing Special Educational Needs and Disability in the Curriculum: Geography

This edition includes strategies that will help pupils access the subject-specific vocabularly and the complex physical processes involved in Geography, as well as ideas and tips for dealing with the challenges that geography fieldwork brings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 154 pages
Publication date: 14 February 2018
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The SEND Code of Practice (2015) emphasized the importance of ensuring that all learners receive the necessary support and accommodations. This comprehensive book offers practical, proven strategies and resources to help teachers make geography lessons accessible and engaging for students of all abilities, including those with special needs. Drawing on her extensive experience, the author shares insights into individual needs and demonstrates how geography teachers can remove barriers to learning.

The book provides targeted strategies tailored to the unique aspects of geography teaching, enabling teachers to:

• Ensure that all pupils actively participate in every lesson.
• Provide inclusive fieldwork opportunities that consider the diverse needs of all students.
• Use formative assessments to measure learning and inform planning.
• Plan classroom layouts and displays to enhance learning.
• Effectively utilize teaching assistants' support.

This text serves as a valuable resource for ongoing professional development, particularly for middle school and secondary geography teachers (and their teaching assistants). It is essential for educators who are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment for all students, regardless of their individual needs. The book also holds relevance for SENCOs, inclusion managers, curriculum coordinators, senior management teams, and ITT providers.

Packed with practical ideas and inspiration, the book is accompanied by free online resources to further support educators in delivering successful, inclusive geography lessons. Whether you are a seasoned teacher or a novice seeking guidance, this book is a must-have for anyone passionate about delivering high-quality education to all students.

Weight: 466g
Dimension: 211 x 297 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138209107
Edition number: 2 New edition