Product Description

Working with children with special educational needs is part of the syllabus for all child care and teacher training courses. This second edition of the established text provides a clear, accessible overview of this complex field, providing students with a framework from which to develop their approach to unfamiliar situations. Drawing on his experience as a former special needs teacher and a journalist, the author has included interviews and word portraits of children with SEN, their parents and the staff to educate and care for them. This edition includes fresh coverage on working in partnership with parents and carers, and more details on alternative methods of communication.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #388417 in Books
• Published on: 2002-05-31
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 224 pages

Education Review
Student teachers will find this book most useful.

Review
Full of useful information, clearly written in a down-to-earth style, with interesting case studies. As a second edition, it takes into account the new SEN legislation and Code of Practice, making useful comparisons between the old and new procedures...a well written, reader-friendly book. (Nursery World )

Student teachers will find this book most useful. (Education Review )

About the Author
Michael Alcott has taught in mainstream schools, and has recently retired as deputy head of a special school. He has worked with many child care and teacher training students on placement, and is currently a part-time Lecturer at De Montfort University, Bedford.