Are you new to teaching in specialist FE? Would you like a refresher course on effective teaching of learners in specialist FE?
This training package is for staff who teach young people aged 16–25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in specialist colleges and in specialist provision within general further education colleges. It will benefit those who are new to teaching learners with SEND in a specialist FE setting, those who are already teaching in a specialist setting but have had no or little teacher training, or those who require a refresh. The training will be of relevance to managers, team leaders, lead teachers, teachers, instructors and learning support staff with a significant teaching role in a specialist FE setting.
The training will be delivered over a term in four 2-hour sessions allowing time in between sessions for attendees to develop awareness, reflect on their learning and perhaps apply suggested strategies. The training incorporates a variety of learning activities, case studies, Padlet, polls, breakout rooms, discussion and quizzes. There will be opportunities for attendees to work in small groups, network and share experiences.
The overall aims of inclusive pedagogy training are to:
- deliver an overview of key pedagogical considerations for enabling young adults on specialist FE programmes to achieve their potential
- explore inclusive pedagogy theories, practical tools and tips
- signpost to additional resources, best practice and online CPD / communities
- support you to identify aspects of practice you would like to explore further.
- provide a collaborative and supportive space for you to further your knowledge of specialist FE provision
Sessions
Session 1 – 10 principles of inclusive pedagogy
This session will:
- introduce 10 core principles of inclusive education for specialist FE
- provide you with the opportunity to reflect on the setting in which you work and the skills and knowledge you will cover over the programme.
Session 2 – Initial assessment, baseline and progress tracking
This session will:
- introduce initial and baseline assessments
- consider key elements of inclusive assessment in specialist FE for learners with SEND
- identify what good progress tracking looks like
- share examples of a range of assessment and progress tracking approaches and tools.
Session 3 – Inclusive teaching and learning strategies
This session will:
- identify what factors make teaching inclusive
- share practical ideas and strategies for inclusion
- cover pedagogical choices and strategies to support cognitive function and scaffolding of learning
- introduce key processes for ensuring that the learning in your sessions is adapted to the needs of your learners.
Session 4 – Assess plan do review: practice in action
This session will:
- support the embedding of theory in practice
- introduce the value of project-based learning
- reflect on inclusive pedagogy in action through use of case studies and sharing of example practice
- plan ‘what next’ following completion of the course.
Format
Online interactive training
Delivered over a term in four 2-hour sessions with time in between to enable attendees to develop their own practice and introduce new strategies.
In-house training
A bespoke version of this training can also be delivered in-house, in-person to your organisation. For further details please complete our expression of interest form.
Cost
The below cost is for each attendee. All attendees need to register separately. Booking below will register you for all sessions.
This cost covers the whole course (four sessions).
- Natspec members £220 +VAT
- Natspec affiliates £270 +VAT
- Non-members £320 +VAT
Your invoice will be available immediately.
Upcoming dates
Attendees book onto all four session in a single booking. Please ensure you are available for all session dates.
Spring term schedule
Thursday 5 February, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 1 – 10 principles of inclusive pedagogy
Thursday 26 February, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 2 – Initial assessment, baseline and tracking progress
Thursday 12 March, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 3 – Inclusive teaching and learning strategies
Thursday, 26 March, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 4 – Assess plan do review – practice in action
Summer term schedule
Wednesday, 22 April, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 1 – 10 principles of inclusive pedagogy
Wednesday, 6 May, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 2 – Initial assessment, baseline and tracking progress
Wednesday, 3 June, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 3 – Inclusive teaching and learning strategies
Wednesday 17 June, 3:00pm–5:00pm: Session 4 – Assess plan do review – practice in action
Book your place
Booking below will register you for all four sessions.
As this course is has a restricted numbers of attendees, we are limiting bookings to 4 per organisation as a maximum. If you would like this training for more people, please contact transform@natspec.org.uk. If you find that you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can make the space available for others.
By booking a place you understand that cancellations made within 5 working days of the event will be charged at full price, unless otherwise stated. Please ensure you read our cancellation terms and conditions prior to booking.