Why Do Teachers Need to Know About Diverse Learning Needs?

As a teacher what are a teacher''s personal social and emotional responsibilities in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs? There is no longer a place for a teacher who denies their role in the education of pupils with diverse needs. But understanding how to meet these challenges particularly in amongst the other challenges of teaching and the classroom can seem daunting. Drawing on examples from early years to college this book looks at what inclusion and inclusive practice means in practice and how it relates to different aspects of teaching. Covering issues related to teacher well-being resilience and other professional skills this book offers the reader the opportunity to use case studies and research to reflect on their own professional practice. Expertly crafted by Sue Soan drawing on the expertise of a team of practitioners and academics this book brings together the latest research and current practice. International case studies showcase examples of practice and reflexive questions encourage the reader to explore their experiences knowledge and expectations to help them to develop as a practitioner.