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In-services Services to Schools Colleges and Businesses recommended full-day
in-service to a new client We offer a wide range of services to schools, colleges and businesses across the country Our training spans all levels: from insets on basic
introductions to SpLD’s (Specific Learning Difficulties),
to consultancy support for specialist concerns at organisations already
well-equipped to cater for SpLD’s. Our expertise is not confined to learning difficulties.
We offer training on learning, teaching, training and revision methods. Our
in-services can often be useful on current issues such as the Disability
Discrimination Act. Much of our training is contracted on a one-off basis.
However, we have worked with organisations over longer periods, helping to
develop long-term training structures. Our experience is wide, spanning from schools with the
best capability and knowledge in the field of learning, to NGO’s
(non-government organisations), to Government bodies. We can
provide in-services on a whole range of topics from Study Skills to SpLDs (Specific
Learning Difficulties), from Phonics to Fostering Self Esteem. Our recommended full-day in-service to a new client is
as follows: AM: Introduction to SpLDs (Specific
Learning Difficulties) and Dyslexia
PM: Effective
Support in the Classroom for SpLD students. Workshops As a variation from straightforward lecture style presentations
we also run workshops. These can be provided on various topics (see list) Our recommended starter would be workshops on: Multi-Sensory teaching methods ·
Effective ways of improving reading and writing skills
Consultancy
for Schools We can help with ·
Mentoring for SENCos (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators)
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Setting up Screening Procedures ·
Preparation for Inspection ·
Advice to Teachers on Creating Dyslexia Friendly
Classrooms, ·
Making Provision in Accordance with the Disability
Discrimination Act ·
Formulating Policies for Special Needs ·
Handwriting, Homework etc. We offer staff development for employers and
employees tackling areas such as ·
Dyslexia in the Workplace ·
Recruitment ·
Support for Dyslexic Employees ·
Creating Dyslexia-Friendly Work Environments ·
Information about the Disability Discrimination Act This service can also be offered to the Voluntary
Services Sector and other organisations such as the Health Service, Prisons and
the Armed Forces. To new clients, we recommend a half-day of: Dyslexia in the work place
Managing Dyslexia in the workplace: how to cater for dyslexic employees and unlock their full
potential. Commonly asked for topics include: ·
An Introduction to SpLDs (Specific Learning
Difficulties) and Dyslexia ·
Effective Classroom support for SpLD students – primary/secondary ·
Other SpLDs - Dyspraxia Autistic Spectrum Disorders [also Aspergers Syndrome, NVLD (Non-Verbal
Learning Disorder)] AD(H)D (Attention Deficit
(Hyperactive) Disorder) Dyscalculia ·
Mathematics and SpLD – assessment and teaching strategies ·
Teaching Study Skills: different teaching and learning styles,
organisation, listening, reading strategies, planning written work, spelling
strategies, memory and revision, mind maps, note taking, exam techniques Other Possible Topics (which generally take half
a day to cover) include: ·
The Code of Practice and the Disability Discrimination Act ·
Screening for SpLD in schools and colleges ·
Assessment by teachers - The learner's profile ·
Assessment by an educational psychologist - understanding the report ·
Learning to Read ·
Learning to Spell / Teaching phonics ·
Handwriting ·
Study Skills – primary/secondary ·
Mind-mapping ·
Brain Gym ·
Counselling and help with emotional/behavioural problems ·
Fostering self-esteem in school ·
Teaching Thinking Skills and Problem Solving in the classroom ·
Spoken language skills – support at primary or secondary level ·
Social interaction and communication skills ·
Phonological awareness and links to literacy ·
Listening, attention and memory - practical ways to improve ·
Policy and provision for special arrangements for exams ·
Dyslexia in Further and/or Higher Education ·
Making Use of ICT Prices are not fixed but our guide rates for one tutor are
£375 for a half day and £675 for a full day (expenses may vary) If you
require an in-service that is not included here we can create one catered to
your needs. Please direct your enquiries to enquiries@arkellcentre.org.uk
or call us
on: 01252 792400 The Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre is also an
accredited OCR training centre for Specialist needs teaching qualifications.
To find out more please see our Professional courses booklet. |