A complete guide to supporting special educational needs in Ireland, combining specialist assistance across a wide range of needs with theoretical approaches and perspectives from practice. This new edition of the 2013 Assisting Children with Special Needs:
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Introduces and details a range of special needs affecting all forms of development and presents a case study for each to position theory into real life scenarios
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Reviews special educational needs policy and provision in Ireland from a historical and legislative perspective, detailing relevant key pieces of Irish legislation and their implications.
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Promotes knowledge and understanding of policy, provision and practice in Ireland to meet the diverse needs of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
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Outlines the role of key personnel such as special needs teachers, assistants and health professionals within various structures governing and supporting this sector and their relationship with all stakeholders
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Presents up-to-date information regarding resources, services and facilities available in Ireland to children with special educational needs
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Highlights the principles of good practice within various settings
WRITTEN FOR
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Students working towards a special educational needs qualification (SNAs) in primary and secondary schools
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Those providing care for children with special needs in their own homes
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Professional practitioners in ELC settings