Leading on Inclusion by Mhairi C Beaton

Leading on Inclusion by Mhairi C Beaton

This comprehensive resource provides a range of perspectives on inclusion, giving SENCOs the opportunity to consider the principles and practice that underpin their leadership role. Each chapter explores different aspects of the role of the SENCO and supports areas that will be considered as part of the National Award for SENCOs.

This is a book which if you are a SENCO, or are thinking of becoming one, will re-energise or ignite the passion you have for inclusion, and your belief in the right of every young person to be offered the highest quality education provision possible, whatever their needThe book promotes the professional agency of readers, encourages critical engagement, and provides the evidence and knowledge needed for valid and valuable discussion. Every chapter has been written by either practitioners or academics who have ‘been there,’ and as such there is a feeling of authenticity throughout, with each author sharing their own priorities and views. It is a book which highlights not only the uniqueness of being a SENCO, but also the resilience, knowledge, skills, and commitment that individuals need to fulfil this role. It is an empowering read.

Dr Sue Soan, Senior Lecturer in SENI, Canterbury Christ Church University

This book provides a unique collection of chapters authored by contributors with a wealth of experience in the field of special educational needs and disability as practitioners, teachers and academics. They bring an authenticity of practice to their texts that is both personal and engaging and will speak to readers interested in making thoughtful, effective provision for learners who face barriers to their learning of various kinds. While focusing on the leadership role of the SENCO in schools in England, the chapters offer the opportunity to engage in reflection on a range of key aspects of the SENCo role from a very thoughtful, well-informed position. This book will provide a very useful resource for those preparing to become SENCos as well as those more experienced in the field.

Professor Janice Wearmouth, University of Bedfordshire

A must-read for SENCOs who lead on inclusion, this book covers a range of timely topics with sensitivity to the experiences of children, young people, their families and the professionals who work with them.

Professor Lani Florian, Bell Chair of Education, University of Edinburgh

Mhairi C. Beaton is a reader at the Carnegie School of Education at Leeds Beckett University, where she leads the MA in Inclusive Practice in Education. Her research focus lies at the interface of inclusion, teacher education and student voice.

Geraldene N. Codina is a senior lecturer at the University of Derby. She is the programme leader for the National Award for SENCOs, co-convenes the Derby City SENCO Forum and chairs the Derby Opportunity Area SEND Project Management Group. Prior to working in higher education, Geraldene was a SENCO.

Julie C. Wharton is the course leader for the National Award for Special Educational Needs (SEN) Coordination at the University of Winchester. Julie joined the university in 2014, having spent seven years working as a SEND Inspector in Southampton. Prior to this she was an Advanced Skills Teacher for SEN.

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ISBN 13	9780367420505
ISBN 10	0367420503
Title	Leading on Inclusion
Author	Mhairi C Beaton
Series	Nasen Spotlight
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2021-04-22
Number of pages	202
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.