Description
Currently 20% of students in Australian schools experience learning difficulties. Some students have missed school, others may have not received adequate instruction and yet others (3-5%) may struggle with a learning disability. Difficulties, disabilities, disorders …. What do these terms mean? How do we tell the difference?
You will gain:
An understanding of the indicators of a Specific Learning Disability/Disorder (SLD)
An understanding of the process for identification of SLD and the role schools play
A deeper knowledge of effective teaching strategies that can be implemented to meet the needs of these students
*Lunch Provided
Presenters
Kate Stannard (AISWA Staff)
Inclusive Education Consultant
Kate Stannard joined the Inclusive Education team at AISWA in February 2017. She studied to be a Primary teacher in London, teaching there for a number of years before moving to Perth in 2005. Through her time in the classroom, Kate has developed a passion to see all students actively engaged with their own learning. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Education and English Literature, a Graduate Diploma in Educational Leadership and a Masters of Education (Special Learning Needs).
Toni Tomlin (AISWA Staff)
Lead Psychologist
Toni Tomlin is a Lead Psychologist with the AISWA School Psychology Service who has been working in Independent schools for almost 25 years. Toni has a special interest in autism, speech and language disorders, and trauma-informed practice.
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Date / Time
6 Mar 2018 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 16:00Delivery Format : In Person