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Effective inclusion in the classroom shouldn't be a burden; it should be the most rewarding aspect of a teacher's role.
In this innovative guide to supporting the most vulnerable students, experts Daniel Sobel and Sara Alston help primary and secondary teachers understand the barriers to children's learning. Emphasising the importance of meeting needs rather than focusing on diagnosis, they provide proven differentiation methods that maximise learning for the whole class, while reducing stress and saving time for the teacher.
Guiding teachers through all the different phases of a single lesson, from starters to plenaries, the unique format of The Inclusive Classroom will help bring inclusion to the forefront of any lesson plan. Each chapter contains simple, effective actions to differentiate and improve learning outcomes for students vulnerable to underachievement, including those traditionally labelled SEN, EAL, pupil premium, looked after and young carers. Also provided are back-up ideas for when things don't go to plan, real-life anecdotes from teachers, and instructions on how to rethink traditional diagnoses and instead prioritise strengths and participation needs.
"The Inclusive Classroom is essential reading for new and experienced teachers. It is insightful, accessible and packed with practical ideas. This will prove to be a great resource supporting the inclusion of all children."
- Dr Helen Curran, Senior Lecturer in SEN at Bath Spa University, @drhelcurran
"The Inclusive Classroom provides the perfect blend of tried and tested pedagogy with a fantastic and easily accessible way to advise all educators on how to be more inclusive. I thoroughly enjoyed the pearls of wisdom shared by two passionate educators who are refreshingly open and honest about the challenges they face with their own learning difficulties."
- Baasit Siddiqui, Director of Siddiqui Education, @SiddiquiEdu
"An honest, genuine and authentic read by two authors with personal, first-hand experience of SEN. The book is peppered with tangible ways to look to the needs of all children as individuals. The “Try this… Instead of this” sections are particularly useful for practitioners. I highly recommend it."
- Helen Frostick, Former headteacher and educational consultant
"This book is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for professionals on how to best create a well-balanced and supportive classroom. It's a must-read to improve your planning and delivery of lessons and take a holistic approach to SEN."
- Alice Green, Primary school teacher, @mrsalicegreen
"Practical, concrete advice peppered with brilliant anecdotes. This utterly readable book is not just for teachers of children with SEND; it has the power to absolutely change the way every teacher approaches every child."
- Charlie Allison, SEND Lead at the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, consultant and lecturer
"The Inclusive Classroom urges us to really know what makes each young person in our care tick in order to support their learning. This is a must-have for everyone who works in schools."
- Jez Piper, CEO of Diocese of Bristol Academies Trust, @DBAT_UK
