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Diploma in Special Needs Education

The document outlines a Diploma in Special Needs Education, taught by lecturer T. Imesha Wickramaarachchi, covering five modules: Introduction to Special Educational Needs, Types of Special Educational Needs, Learning Theories and Styles, Teaching Methods, and SEN Support. Each module includes specific topics and sessions focused on various aspects of special education, including diagnosis, teaching strategies, and support roles. Assessment consists of individual and group presentations, along with a written assignment to demonstrate understanding of the course material.

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Diploma in Special Needs Education

The document outlines a Diploma in Special Needs Education, taught by lecturer T. Imesha Wickramaarachchi, covering five modules: Introduction to Special Educational Needs, Types of Special Educational Needs, Learning Theories and Styles, Teaching Methods, and SEN Support. Each module includes specific topics and sessions focused on various aspects of special education, including diagnosis, teaching strategies, and support roles. Assessment consists of individual and group presentations, along with a written assignment to demonstrate understanding of the course material.

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DIPLOMA IN SPECIAL NEEDS

EDUCATION
Lecturer- T. Imesha Wickramaarachchi
[Link](Coventry-UK), APAGS, [Link](OUSL),
[Link]&[Link](OUSL),LPT(AB&NL-CA)

Modules
• Module 1 - Introduction to Special Educational Needs
• Module 2 – Types of Special Educational Needs
• Module 3 - Learning Theories and Styles
• Module 4 - Teaching Methods
• Module 5 - SEN Support

Content
Module 1 - Introduction to Special Educational Needs
• Introduction and Definition
• Diagnosis a child with special needs Introduction of IEP
Session 1,2

Module 2 – Types of Special Educational Needs


• Specific Learning Disorders (SpLDs)
• Learning Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Sensory Impairments and Physical Disabilities
• Differences between learning difficulty
Session 3,4

Module 3 - Learning Theories and Styles


• Behaviourism
• Cognitive Learning
• Constructivism
• Learning Styles
Session 5,6,7
Module 4 - Teaching Methods
• Effects of SEN on Learning and Teaching
• Strategies for educating children with Special needs - Autism Spectrum Dis- order
(ASD) - ADHD - AD - dyslexia, - Dyscalculia
• VARK model of learning styles
• Objectives and Instructional teaching methods of lEP
• Effective traits of special needs teacher
• Classroom management
Session 8,9,10,11,12,13

Module 5 - SEN Support


• Role of SEN Support
• SEND policies
• SEN Support Cycle
• Additional Areas of Support
• Role and responsibilities of special education teacher
• Role of a shadow teacher
• Challenges for teachers in special needs in inclusive education
• What is a SENCO?
• Role of the SENCO in SEN Support
• Area SENCOs
• Types of SEN schools
• School policies and ethics on special educational needs
Session 14,15,16,17

Assessment
• Assignment 1 – In class individual presentation
• Pre-prepared individual presentation related to module 1 and 2 content.
Expected to execute after completion of module 1 & 2.

• Assignment 2 – In class group presentation


• In class discussion and presentation related to module 3 and 4 content.
Expected to execute after completion of module 3 & 4.

• Assignment 3 – Written assignment


• Essay type written assignment (1500 words) to show case student’s
comprehensive understanding about the theoretical and practical knowledge
related to special needs education. Expected to execute after completion of
course delivery.

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