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Assisting Children with Special/Additional Needs

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ISBN: 9781838413484

A comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of inclusive education and care of children with additional needs in the ELC setting.

Introduces concepts, definitions and terminology relating to additional needs, factors that may lead to additional needs, symptoms, treatment and supports.
Presents additional needs and their impact in terms of physical, cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social development.
Defines the role of the ELC practitioner in relation to each listed additional need.
Outlines the history of additional needs provision, international and national legislation, policy and regulations that have shaped additional needs provision in Ireland over the past 30 years.
Discusses principles of good practice for working with children with additional needs.
Highlights the importance of inclusion for all children while demonstrating how to make learning relevant and beneficial using the Aistear framework.
Presents a range of specialist aids and equipment that are available to allow children with additional needs to participate in activities and experiences.
Highlights the key qualities and skills needed to be an effective special needs assistant (SNA) in an ELC setting.
Details strategies to support children with additional needs and how to promote partnerships with parents/guardians.
Explores the importance of working as part of a team, to include parents/guardians, key stakeholders and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Examines the impact of additional needs on the family.
Illustrates the importance of regular reflection upon practice and engagement in supported, ongoing professional development.

Written for:

Students studying to assist children with additional needs as part of the Early Learning and Care award at level 5
Professional practitioners in ELC settings

352 pages.

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Date of Publication: 29/10/2021

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