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By focusing less on labels and more on cognitive load, executive functioning and working memory and communication, the reader is equipped to cater for the needs of pupils with SEND in much more productive and sensitive ways. Rather than seeing the children as the barrier, this approach encourages teachers to understand the barriers that they are faced with, and this shift in perspective makes adaptive teaching feel achievable and transformative. Structured around four key areas (culture, brains, teaching and curriculum), this book connects theory to practice with clarity and purpose.Adaptive teaching is not about adding more to a teacher's workload. It's about refining what we already know works, using pragmatic teaching and learning strategies and pupil-centred practice with greater care and intentionality. It means teaching to the margins and enabling pupils with additional needs to flourish, feeling a part of (rather than outside) our classroom culture.Suitable for teachers and school leaders working in mainstream education, as well as special school or alternative provision staff.
About the author
Andrew Young is a Teacher of Social Sciences and Co-Director of Pathfinder Teaching School Hub (TSH). Andrew's work includes the leadership, design and delivery of professional development across North Yorkshire and leadership of the TSH ITT programmes, where they train around 50 new teachers a year with York St John University.Having secured DfE approval for the Teaching School Hub Adaptive Teaching CPD programme over 4 years ago, Andrew has worked with hundreds of staff and schools on building an inclusive classroom climate.
