Summary
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This practical guide details the strategies that practitioners can use in their setting to build better outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities. A clear rationale is outlined that highlights how many factors outside of the child's control can be addressed to minimize the risk of longer term mental health problems and social exclusion. Case studies, points for practice and questions for reflection are used to explore the principles around working with children with a range of disabilities including: • ADHD • Dyslexia • Visual Impairment • Autism Written by an experienced teacher and educational psychologist, this text carefully considers the existing evidence base surrounding emotional well-being and positive psychology before outlining the practical implications for the classroom. This book will guide practitioners in implementing strategies to pro-actively promote emotional well-being for children with SEN in their settings.
Implications for Classroom Practice
Implications for Classroom Practice
Chapter Overview
We have examined the implications of what we know about EWB in children and young people with SEND and the potential contribution of Positive Psychology. We will now consider the implications for classroom practice and offer a framework for promoting EWB at an individual, family, peer group and school level. An assessment of the protective factors that may or may not be in place is also introduced. This self-assessment tool for practitioners reading the book will help them appraise their current practice in relation to promoting the EWB of children and young people with SEND.
We will then consider how this may contribute towards the assessment of children with SEND who may be at risk of developing ...
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