Overview

This topic will explore ways to create educational programs and lessons to support learning, communication and behaviour for learners with additional support needs.  Preservice teachers will integrate theories of learning, assessments and effective teaching strategies in preparing well-designed programs and lessons for use in the classroom.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Cultivate an advanced understanding of effective ways teachers design personalised curriculum for students with additional needs
  • Examine general principles of learning, assessment and curriculum design for students with additional support learning needs

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Discuss theories of learning which ensure effective teaching and assessment strategies
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Appraise formal and informal assessment tools and strategies
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Evaluate data obtained from informal assessment to improve student learning outcomes
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Design an effective research-based learning program for students with additional support needs
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Formulate appropriate objectives, curriculum and research based teaching strategies to support the participation and progress of students with additional support needs

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