2nd Edition

Primary Special Needs and the National Curriculum

By Ann Lewis Copyright 1996

    This new edition of Ann Lewis's widely acclaimed text has been substantially revised and updated to take into account the recent revisions to the National Curriculum and the guidance of the Code of Practice. It provides:
    *an analysis of the issues and practicalities of implementing the National Curriculum at primary school level
    *an exploration of the main trends concerning the education of children with learning difficulties
    *guidelines on safeguarding a broad curriculum, assessing children's learning and helping all children gain access to the National Curriculum
    Related issues such as the grouping of children, the role of the special needs coordinator, resources, record keeping and the legal position are also examined. These areas are explored in the light of classroom practice, evidence about the impact of the National Curriculum to date and wider research evidence and policy analysis.

    1 The story so far 2 Safeguarding a broad curriculum 3 Planning for a broad curriculum 4 Identifying the point reached by the child 5 Differentiation: helping children progress in the National Curriculum by planning intermediate learning goals 6 Differentiating teaching approaches 7 Grouping 8 Resources 9 Record-keeping and reporting 10 Summative assessments at the ends of key stages 1 and 2 11 Formal modifications and dis-applications of the National Curriculum. Endnote: continuity, direction and connectivity

    Biography

    Ann Lewis is a Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Warwick and has taught in primary and special schools. She has been extensively involved in the development and evaluation of curricula for children with learning difficulties, and is widely known and respected for her work in this area. She has published many books and articles including Children’s Understanding of Disability (Routledge 1995).