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SENM019 – Key Concepts in Inclusion and Diversity
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Tereza Aidonopoulou
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: AUT - Key Concepts In Inclusion And Diversity In Teaching And Learning, Coursework: 100% AUT2 - Key Concepts In Inclusion And Diversity In Teaching And Learning, Coursework: 100% AUTTL - Key Concepts In Inclusion And Diversity In Teaching And Learning (Village Education Centre), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: This module examines and analyses the historical, cultural, legislative, philosophical and practical origins of social and educational inclusion within the UK and globally. It includes the critical analysis of approaches used to develop more inclusive environments within settings and organisations and scrutiny of the various challenges which can exist.
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SENM021 – The National Award for SEN Coordination (Part 1)
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Nicola Preston
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: AUT - Coursework: 100% NM - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Northampton & Milton Keynes), Coursework: 100% CV - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Coventry), Coursework: 100% LR - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Leicestershire, Leicester City, Nottingham And Rutland), Coursework: 100% DY - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Derby City & Derbyshire), Coursework: 100% WK - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Warwickshire), Coursework: 100% LN - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 1) (Lincolnshire), Coursework: 100%
Designated for:
Description: This module addresses the requirements of learning outcomes for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCOs) developed by the National College for Teaching and Learning (NCTL, 2014). It is a compulsory module for teachers who wish to gain accreditation for the nationally approved training for Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs), leading to the award of a national SENCO Qualification (The National Award for SEN Coordination).
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SENM022 – The National Award for SEN Coordination (Part 2)
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Nicola Preston
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: DY - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Derby City & Derbyshire), Coursework: 100% CV - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Coventry), Coursework: 100% NG - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Nottingham, Leicester & Rutland), Coursework: 100% WK - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Warwickshire), Coursework: 100% LR - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) Leicestershire, Leicester City, Nottingham And Rutland), Coursework: 100% AUT - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2), Coursework: 100% LN - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Lincolnshire), Coursework: 100% LE - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Leicestershire), Coursework: 100% NM - The National Award For Sen Coordination (Part 2) (Northampton & Milton Keynes), Coursework: 100%
Designated for:
Description: This module addresses the requirements of the learning outcomes Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCOs) developed by the National College for Teaching and Learning (NCTL, 2014). It is a compulsory module for teachers who wish to gain accreditation for the nationally approved training for Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs), leading to the award of a national SENCO Qualification (The National Award for SEN Coordination).
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SENM026 – Understanding Autism Spectrum
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Alexia Achtypi
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites:
Assessment: AUTTL - Understanding Autism Spectrum (Village Education Centre), Coursework: 100% AUT - Understanding Autism Spectrum, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: The purpose of this module is to examine the nature and possible causes of autism, both from a historical context and by critical analysis of current perspectives, theory and research. The implications of behaviours and the continuumn of needs are examined along with exploration of perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum, families and professionals.
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SENM027 – Evaluating Approaches for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Tereza Aidonopoulou
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SPR2 - Evaluating Approaches For Individuals On The Autism Spectrum, Coursework: 100% SPR - Evaluating Approaches For Individuals On The Autism Spectrum, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: The purpose of this module is to provide students with an opportunity to understand and evaluate a range of approaches used to support individuals on the autism spectrum and their theoretical basis. Students will engage critically with research and literature relevant to the field.
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SENM032 – Perspectives on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Ms Korrin Smith-Whitehouse
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SPR - Perspectives On Social, Emotional And Mental Health (Semh), Coursework: 100% AUTTL - Perspectives On Social, Emotional And Mental Health (Semh) (Village Education Centre), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: This module focuses on enabling students to critically analyse how different theoretical perspectives influence the identification, inclusion and teaching/support of individuals with needs in the area of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH). Students critically engage with research and literature at international, national and regional level; for example, current policy.
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SENM036 – Approaches to Supporting Learners with Literacy Difficulties and Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia)
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Una Lodge
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: SENM035
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SUM - Approaches To Supporting Learners With Literacy Difficulties And Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: Pg Diploma Specific Learning Difficulties (Spld) & Inclusion;
Description: The purpose of this module is to enable professionals working within educational settings to understand and use a range of pedagogical approaches to support learners with literacy difficulties (including dyslexia). Students will gather assessment information and use it to construct, deliver, evaluate and adapt a programme of support.
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SENM037 – Understanding Psychometrics and Access Arrangements
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Julian Brown
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: Completion of PGCERT SENCO or OCR Diploma 10218 in Teaching of Learners with SpLD (dyslexia) or completion of SENM035 and SENM036
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SPR - Understanding Psychometrics And Access Arrangements, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: Pg Diploma Specific Learning Difficulties (Spld) & Inclusion;
Description: This module will develop students? critical understanding of psychometrics and how standardised assessments are used for access arrangements. Students will gain an understanding of the theoretical principles which underpin standardised assessments. They will develop an understanding of the professional requirements and be able to produce technical reports for access arrangements.
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SENM038 – Planning, Administering and Reporting Standardised Assessments
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Julian Brown
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: Completion of OCR Diploma 10218 in Teaching of Learners with SpLD (dyslexia)or Units 4 and 5 OCR Diploma 10219, or completion of SENM035, SENM036 and SENM037
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SUM - Planning, Administering And Reporting Standardised Assessments, Coursework: 100% SPR - Planning, Administering And Reporting Standardised Assessments, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: Pg Diploma Specific Learning Difficulties (Spld) & Inclusion;
Description: This module will develop students? ability to accurately administer standardised assessments for a full diagnostic assessment. They will analyse and report on the assessment results, critically evaluate how individuals with SpLD are affected by social, emotional, community and background issues and provide recommendations based on assessments and qualitative data.
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SENM041 – Understanding Challenging Behaviour in People with Autism and other Neurodevelopmental Conditions
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Tereza Aidonopoulou
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SUMTL - Understanding Challenging Behaviour In People With Autism And Other Neurodevelopmental Conditions (Village Education, Thailand), Coursework: 100% SUM - Understanding Challenging Behaviour In People With Autism And Other Neurodevelopmental Conditions, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: The purpose of this module is to understand the causes of behaviours which are considered as challenging and to consider ways of providing appropriate and effective support to individuals on the autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental conditions who exhibit such behaviours.
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SENM042 – Adverse Childhood Experiences and their Impact on well-being and development
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Ms Korrin Smith-Whitehouse
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SUM - Adverse Childhood Experiences And Their Impact On Well-Being And Development, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway);
Description: This module provides students with opportunities to critically engage with research around adverse childhood experiences affecting attachment and relationships across the life-span, encompassing infant, childhood, adolescent and adult relationships. Individuals? social, emotional, physical and behavioural development is examined including identification, assessment and provision. International, national and regional contexts are considered.
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SENM044 – Identifying, Understanding and Co-ordinating Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Provision
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Nicola Preston
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot: Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SPR - Identifying, Understanding And Co-Ordinating Special Educational Needs And Inclusive Provision, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway); Postgraduate Certificate In Special Educational Needs Coordination And Leadership Of Inclusion;
Description: This module addresses the professional requirements for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCOs) and those leading the support for individuals with SEN and/or disabilities and their families. Students examine theories of learning and pedagogy, and use organisational data and other sources to critically evaluate existing provision.
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SENM045 – Leading and Managing Special Educational Needs, Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
Field: SEN AND INCLUSION
Co-ordinator: Nicola Preston
Credit Value: 30
Level: 7
Timetable Slot: Semester 3
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: SUM - Leading And Managing Special Educational Needs, Diversity, Inclusion And Equality, Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion; MA Special Educational Needs & Inclusion (Autism Pathway); Postgraduate Certificate In Special Educational Needs Coordination And Leadership Of Inclusion;
Description: This module examines the strategic role of the SENCO and/or Leader of Inclusion to shape and lead the development of special educational needs provision in a whole setting. Students develop collaborative approaches to support staff and a range of different stakeholders to create effective partnerships to support inclusion.