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This third edition continues to guide students through the challenging field of special educational needs and disability. Contextualising SEND in relation to historical, ideological and political developments, this book offers essential support to students as they develop a critical and up-to-date understanding of the practical challenges and opportunities concerning inclusion.
New edition features include:
Up-to-date legislation, such as the SEND Code of Practice
Material surrounding social, emotional and mental Heath
New practical case studies, reflections and activities
Revised chapter summaries
More on the future of SEND
List of contents
Section I: Contextualising Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Principles of SEND: Theoretical perspectives
Chapter 3: Disability: Explanatory beginnings
Section II: Historical perspectives of SEND
Chapter 4: The development of SEND: From benevolent humanitarianism to the halfway house of integration
Chapter 5: The emergence of inclusive education: From humble beginnings
Section III: Operationalising SEND and inclusion
Chapter 6: Current legislation governing SEND and inclusion
Chapter 7: Inclusion making it work: the complexity of multi-agency working
Chapter 8: International perspectives on SEND and inclusive education
Chapter 9: Conclusion
About the author
Alan Hodkinson was for many years a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) and senior manager in the primary school sector. Currently, he is an Associate Professor, in the Centre for Culture and Disability Studies at Liverpool Hope University.
Summary
This third edition continues to guide students through the challenging field of special educational needs and disability, offering essential support as they develop a critical and up-to-date understanding of the practical challenges and opportunities concerning inclusion.Â
Report
Very few books manage to blend critically applied historical, social and political analyses of the issues explored here. This updated version is a must read for those studying SENDI in the fields of Childhood and Youth Studies, Education Studies, Social Policy and related fields Graham Bright 20190702
