Adaptive teaching to meet the needs of SEND students in science SL232

Adapting science lessons at KS3 and 4 for students with SEND in secondary mainstream settings.

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Summary

This course will explore approaches to adapting science lessons in mainstream settings to meet the needs of pupils with SEND. We will share practices and consider how science learning can be adapted to support access including technology and AI tools.

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Who is it for?

Teachers of secondary science

What topics are covered?

• Scaffolding
• Adapting science lessons to support access
• AI tools and assistive technology

Outcomes

• Reflect on the needs of learners with SEND specifically in a science class or laboratory
• Explore strategies to support access through scaffolds and adaptations to science pedagogies.
• Identify where AI tools and assistive technology can assist pedagogically with conceptual and practical development in science lessons.