The Neurodiversity Handbook for Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants

ISBN-13: 9781032548067 / Miękka / 2023 / 136 str.

Sarah Alix

Opis

This highly practical book supports the knowledge and development of Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants (TAs/LSAs) in their understanding of neurodivergent pupils.

Spis treści

Introduction; How to use this book  Chapter 1 – Introduction to Neurodiversity; What is Neurodiversity?  Chapter 2 – The Learning Environment in a Neurodivergent World  Chapter 3 – Behaviour Management and Neurodivergent Pupils  Chapter 4 – Pupil Well-being and Neurodiversity  Chapter 5 – Supporting the assessment needs of neurodivergent pupils  Chapter 6 – Supporting progression of neurodivergent pupils  Chapter 7 – Working in Different Formats; 1:1, Groups and Interventions  Chapter 8 – Working collaboratively

O autorze

Dr Sarah Alix has worked in Education for nearly 20 years. Sarah has experience across a range of settings including schools and universities. She has a Doctorate in Education, a psychology degree, and postgraduate qualifications including the SENCo award and PGCert in Autism. Sarah has a great personal awareness and understanding of neurodiversity through her own family members.