Bell, S. (2013) Professional development for specialist teachers and assessors of students with literacy difficulties/dyslexia: ‘to learn how to assess and support children with dyslexia’. Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs. 13(1), pp. 104-113. 1471-3802.
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Abstract:
In this paper, the results of an investigation into the
training needs and expectations of participants of
professional development training for specialist
teachers and assessors of learners with literacy
difficulties and dyslexia are discussed and analysed.
The methodology includes both qualitative and
quantitative data which were collected over a period
of 2 years from participants (N = 75) at the beginning
of their courses of study. Current literature is
reviewed, and an in-depth analysis of the findings
illuminates the rationale and content of the available
training. The author discusses these findings
and demonstrates the importance of the training.
The conclusions offer research-based reflections
that are important to all those involved in the
design and funding of this and future professional
development
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Dyslexia, literacy difficulties, SpLD, teacher training, professional development
Subjects:
L Education > LC Special aspects of Education > LC3950 Exceptional children and youth. Special education > LC4001 Children and youth with disabilities. Learning disabled children and youth > LC4708 Dyslexic children
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1705 Education and training of teachers and administrators > LB1775 Professional aspects of teaching and school administrators
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1705 Education and training of teachers and administrators > LB1775 Professional aspects of teaching and school administrators
Creators:
Bell, S.
Publisher:
Blackwell
Northamptonshire and East Midlands:
Education, Training and Skills
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Date:
January 2013
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 104-113
Journal or Publication Title:
Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs
Volume:
13
Number:
1
Language:
English
ISSN:
1471-3802
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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