Restorative Practice and Special Needs
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Restorative Practice and Special Needs by Nicholas Burnett
Restorative Practice (RP) is being used increasingly in different settings, but using RP with those who have Special Needs requires a different approach. This practical guide explains how RP can be adapted for those with additional needs and to see real improvement in behaviour and learning.
When students with special needs get in trouble in school, they are often punished for behavior they can barely controlIn this highly readable, incisive book from two pioneers of Restorative Justice, Burnett and Thorsborne craft a tailored response that offers these students both accountability and much-needed support. -- David R. Karp, PhD, Professor of Sociology, Skidmore College, NY
This is an important book at an important point in the development of Restorative Practices. With its commitment to restorative ideas of accountability, responsibility and healing, it will help all those working with children with special needs to develop new, deeply inclusive ways of working that bring benefit to children and teachers. -- Dr Gillean McCluskey, Moray House School of Education, University of Edinburgh
Restorative Practice in education settings has become an important way of addressing a range of social challenges presented by students. This is especially so in Special Needs Education, where it has become acknowledged as an intervention of choice for an increasing number and range of students. This is therefore a timely book. It gives professionals at all levels and others supporting them a necessary insight into this approach, offering practical ways in which restorative approaches can result in better teaching, better learning and more socially inclusive schools. -- Prof Philip Garner, Professor of Education, University of Northampton
Every now and again two worlds collide in the happiest of ways. This book is such a phenomenon. By melding theory, research and practice in restorative approaches to addressing special needs, Burnett and Thorsborne have effectively provided a tour de force: a rigorous but compelling read that will make a positive difference in learning outcomes for students and those who engage with them. I especially liked the grounded and sequential approach supported by relevant sources and vignettes. A first rate book in a complex area. -- Michael Arthur-Kelly, Assistant Dean in Special Education, University of Newcastle
I cannot recommend this book highly enough without resorting to clichés. We have needed this book for many years and it answers so many of the questions I have heard asked, and yet not felt confident or experienced enough in this field myself to answer. It really IS a book every school and local education authority must have, not tucked away on a shelf but open, and well thumbed, on everyone's desk. It really MUST be required reading for every educator, support teacher and psychologist working with young people who have special needs and their caregivers. This book is set to become the 'Bible' in this field. Thank you and well done Marg, Nick and the inspirational folk who contributed their helpful case studies. -- Belinda Hopkins, Founder and Director of Transforming Conflict, the National Centre for Restorative Approaches in Youth Settings
This is an important book at an important point in the development of Restorative Practices. With its commitment to restorative ideas of accountability, responsibility and healing, it will help all those working with children with special needs to develop new, deeply inclusive ways of working that bring benefit to children and teachers. -- Dr Gillean McCluskey, Moray House School of Education, University of Edinburgh
Restorative Practice in education settings has become an important way of addressing a range of social challenges presented by students. This is especially so in Special Needs Education, where it has become acknowledged as an intervention of choice for an increasing number and range of students. This is therefore a timely book. It gives professionals at all levels and others supporting them a necessary insight into this approach, offering practical ways in which restorative approaches can result in better teaching, better learning and more socially inclusive schools. -- Prof Philip Garner, Professor of Education, University of Northampton
Every now and again two worlds collide in the happiest of ways. This book is such a phenomenon. By melding theory, research and practice in restorative approaches to addressing special needs, Burnett and Thorsborne have effectively provided a tour de force: a rigorous but compelling read that will make a positive difference in learning outcomes for students and those who engage with them. I especially liked the grounded and sequential approach supported by relevant sources and vignettes. A first rate book in a complex area. -- Michael Arthur-Kelly, Assistant Dean in Special Education, University of Newcastle
I cannot recommend this book highly enough without resorting to clichés. We have needed this book for many years and it answers so many of the questions I have heard asked, and yet not felt confident or experienced enough in this field myself to answer. It really IS a book every school and local education authority must have, not tucked away on a shelf but open, and well thumbed, on everyone's desk. It really MUST be required reading for every educator, support teacher and psychologist working with young people who have special needs and their caregivers. This book is set to become the 'Bible' in this field. Thank you and well done Marg, Nick and the inspirational folk who contributed their helpful case studies. -- Belinda Hopkins, Founder and Director of Transforming Conflict, the National Centre for Restorative Approaches in Youth Settings
Nick Burnett is an author, creator of high-quality learning experiences and an executive coach. He has been a teacher, senor leader and school principal, and since 2004, coach, trainer and consultant to those in education and across learning sectors. He was previously recognised as an 'excellent leader' in an all-age large Special School Provision in the UK.
Margaret Thorsborne is the Managing Director of Transformative Justice Australia (Queensland) and Thorsborne and Associates in London, UK, a company committed to improving the way people relate to each other in the workplace, schools and other communities. With Peta Blood, Margaret co-founded Restorative Practices International (RPI), the world's first international membership organization for restorative practitioners. Margaret lives on the Sunshine Coast in Australia.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781849055437 |
| ISBN 10 | 1849055432 |
| Title | Restorative Practice and Special Needs |
| Author | Nicholas Burnett |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Year published | 2015-06-21 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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