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This book unpacks the vital elements of SEN in the Early Years through the lens of inclusion. Using a comprehensive blend of theory, policy and practice it:
- Covers the development of legislation and policy relating to SEND
- Includes a wide-range of recommended readings
- Encourages reflection to aid independent study
- Provides case studies linking theory to practice
Written in an accessible style, this book empowers you to not only understand the impact of policy on practice, but to question it.
List of contents
Chapter 1 - Legislation and policy relating to SEND
Chapter 2 - The dilemma that is inclusion
Chapter 3 - Early intervention and its importance in the early years
Chapter 4 - Observation and assessment in the early years
Chapter 5 - The ambiguities of play
Chapter 6 - Partnerships with parents and families
Chapter 7 - Educational provision and inclusion
Chapter 8 - Conclusion
About the author
Penny Borkett is Senior Lecturer in Early Years and Early Childhood Studies at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. During her working life she has worked as a teaching assistant, Portage worker, Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator and integrated services co-ordinator for a Sure Start children’s centre, before joining academia. This is her second book.
Summary
Unpacking the vital elements of SEND, Special Educational Needs in the Early Years seeks to empower students to not only understand the impact of policy on practice, but to question it.
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This is a really good introduction for students new to SEND. The case studies and reflections are engaging, linking theory to practice and the real world.
Dr Austin Griffiths
