Special Educational and Additional Learning Needs: An Essential Guide

This essential text supports students to develop their understanding of children and young people with special educational, and additional support needs, and is up to date with the current Code of Practice and legislation. It includes case studies and examples to put theory into practice and encourages students to think critically of how they would manage particular issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

This comprehensive and essential text is a valuable resource for students seeking to enhance their understanding of children and young people with special educational, and additional support needs. Staying abreast of the latest Code of Practice and legislation, the text offers in-depth chapters covering various key areas of need within Early Years settings, schools, and colleges. By empowering readers with the knowledge and confidence to address these needs effectively, the book equips them with the tools necessary to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with special needs.

In addition to theoretical insights, the book incorporates case studies and practical examples, helping students to apply the theory in real-world scenarios. Learning and teaching points are interspersed throughout, encouraging students to engage critically with the material and develop their critical thinking skills.

Janice Wearmouth, Professor of Education at the University of Bedfordshire, brings her extensive expertise and experience to the book, ensuring that it is both authoritative and accessible to students across various academic disciplines. Whether you are a teacher, social worker, or counselor, this text will be an invaluable guide as you work to support and empower children and young people with special needs.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 232 x 186 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529712049