pdo programme booklet 2011/2012

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bcd Special Educational Needs Venue / Lleoliad Course title : Promoting Positive Behaviour Teitl y cwrs : Hyrwyddo Perthnasoedd Ymddygiad Swansea Metropolitan University Mount Pleasant Swansea Maximum Number / Mwyafrif 15 Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs Lesley Williams & City and County of Swansea Minimum Number / Lleiafrif 8 Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu : What is meant by SEBD; The importance of language in communication; Strategies to promote a positive learning environment; Analysing behaviour and supporting behavioural improvement; The importance of working in partnership. What is meant by the term 'challenging behaviour'; Analysing and managing challenging behaviour; The importance of Emotional Literacy in Promoting Positive Behaviour and addressing challenging behaviour; Connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and the role of schools in developing pupil awareness, and understanding of, their own, and others' emotions. An introduction to Restorative Practices; Possible impact of Restorative Practices on behaviour in schools; Evaluation of action research undertaken as part of the assessment. Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig : Assessment will be through presentation of a portfolio and two assignments, each of 4,000 words, at the end of each module. Graduate Diploma/Graduate Certificate 60 credits Two more dates in the Summer term 2011 (module 3) - to be advised. Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs : The course aims to present a broad consideration of the nature of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties and positive approaches to behaviour management. Participants will consider how to identify and meet the needs of pupils with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD). They will explore a range of strategies to support the inclusion of such children and understand the role of the adult in creating a positive learning environment for all pupils and staff. Target Audience / Grwp Targed : Newly qualified teachers in Primary and Secondary schools Event Number : 1BCALN713 10-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00 11-Nov-2011 09:00 - 16:00 30-Jan-2012 09:00 - 16:00 16-Mar-2012 09:00 - 16:00 11-May-2012 09:00 - 16:00 18-Jun-2012 09:00 - 16:00 Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs 6 Days Education in the City and County of Swansea 1

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Page 1: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdSpecial Educational Needs

Venue / Lleoliad Course title :

Promoting Positive Behaviour

Teitl y cwrs :

Hyrwyddo Perthnasoedd Ymddygiad

Swansea Metropolitan University

Mount Pleasant

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

15

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Lesley Williams & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

What is meant by SEBD;

The importance of language in communication;

Strategies to promote a positive learning environment;

Analysing behaviour and supporting behavioural improvement;

The importance of working in partnership.

What is meant by the term 'challenging behaviour';

Analysing and managing challenging behaviour;

The importance of Emotional Literacy in Promoting Positive Behaviour and addressing

challenging behaviour;

Connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and the role of schools in

developing pupil awareness, and understanding of, their own, and others' emotions.

An introduction to Restorative Practices;

Possible impact of Restorative Practices on behaviour in schools;

Evaluation of action research undertaken as part of the assessment.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Assessment will be through presentation of a portfolio and two assignments, each of

4,000 words, at the end of each module.

Graduate Diploma/Graduate Certificate 60 credits

Two more dates in the Summer term 2011 (module 3) - to be advised.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

The course aims to present a broad consideration of the nature of social, emotional and

behavioural difficulties and positive approaches to behaviour management.

Participants will consider how to identify and meet the needs of pupils with Social,

Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD). They will explore a range of

strategies to support the inclusion of such children and understand the role of the adult

in creating a positive learning environment for all pupils and staff.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Newly qualified teachers in Primary and Secondary schools

Event Number : 1BCALN713

10-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00

11-Nov-2011 09:00 - 16:00

30-Jan-2012 09:00 - 16:00

16-Mar-2012 09:00 - 16:00

11-May-2012 09:00 - 16:00

18-Jun-2012 09:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

6 Days

Education in the City and County of Swansea 1

Page 2: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - An Introductory

Course

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Cwrs

Rhagarweiniol

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Provide the basic principles of supporting pupils with special educational needs in a

variety of settings.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Participants will have an awareness of:

The key landmarks and legislation in the development of special educational provision.

The range and continuum of the 'Special Educational Needs' that may be encountered

in the educational environment.

Ways in which pupils with special educational needs can be supported in accessing the

curriculum and life of the school.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Topics covered will include:-

Role of Teaching Assistants

Historical context

Educational Inclusion

Nature of SEN

Disability Discrimination

SEN Code of Practice

Graduated Response

Role of the Senco

Individual Education Plans

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and secondary associate staff

Event Number : 1BCALN715

14-Sep-2011 09:00 - 15:00

27-Sep-2011 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

2 Day Course

2 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 3: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - An Introductory

Course

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Cwrs

Rhagarweiniol

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Provide the basic principles of supporting pupils with special educational needs in a

variety of settings.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Participants will have an awareness of:

The key landmarks and legislation in the development of special educational provision.

The range and continuum of the 'Special Educational Needs' that may be encountered

in the educational environment.

Ways in which pupils with special educational needs can be supported in accessing the

curriculum and life of the school.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Topics covered will include:-

Role of Teaching Assistants

Historical context

Educational Inclusion

Nature of SEN

Disability Discrimination

SEN Code of Practice

Graduated Response

Role of the Senco

Individual Education Plans

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and secondary associate staff

Event Number : 1BCALN716

16-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:00

24-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

2 Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 3

Page 4: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - Literacy

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Llythrennedd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To enable Associate Staff to use a range of strategies to support pupils with special

educational needs in Literacy

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To develop and understanding of some ways in which pupils learn to read.

To demonstrate an understanding of a range of strategies to support pupils in

developing writing.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

How children learn to read.

Different approaches.

Strategies to support.

Resources

Story sacks

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases who

have completed the core module.

Event Number : 1BCALN717

21-Sep-2011 09:00 - 15:00

04-Oct-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Day And A Half Course

4 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 5: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - Numeracy

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Rhifedd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To enable Associate Staff to use a range of strategies to support pupils with special

educational needs in Numeracy.

This course is run over a day and a half.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To demonstrate an understanding of a range of strategies to support pupils in

developing numeracy skills.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

To demonstrate a range of strategies to support pupils

Provide information to enable the participant to construct a maths game to support their

pupil.

Practical ideas to make Maths fun!

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases who

have completed the core module

Event Number : 1BCALN718

06-Oct-2011 09:00 - 15:00

18-Oct-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Day And A Half Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 5

Page 6: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Social, Emotional And Behavioural

Difficulties

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anawsterau Cymdeithasol, Emosiynol Ac

Ymddygiad

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

This course aims to inform participants of the nature of social, emotional and

behavioural difficulties (SEBD) and offer a range of strategies to support pupils with

SEBD.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

On completion of this unit the participants will know and understand:

The nature of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties

Some of the underlying reasons why SEBD might occur

Effective strategies in supporting pupils with SEBD

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Course to cover: -

The key indicators of SEBD

Factors that impact on behaviour

A range of strategies to assist them in supporting pupils with SEBD

Effective use of Circle Time

This course is run over a day and a half.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases and

have completed the core module

Event Number : 1BCALN719

11-Oct-2011 09:00 - 15:00

17-Oct-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

A Day And A Half

6 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 7: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN721A

07-Nov-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 7

Page 8: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN722B

10-Nov-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

8 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 9: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN723C

11-Nov-2011 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 9

Page 10: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BPALN724A

07-Nov-2011 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

10 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 11: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BPALN725B

10-Nov-2011 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

Education in the City and County of Swansea 11

Page 12: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BPALN726C

11-Nov-2011 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

12 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 13: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Secondary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Uwchradd

Ygg Bryn Tawe

Heol Gwyrosydd

Penlan

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance and on national and local

issues affecting management of Special Education Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The meetings will focus on:

Enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively in light of any recent legislation

and guidance.

Linking practice to LEA strategy

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information.

This is a one day course.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs and assistant SENCOs

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BSALN727

15-Nov-2011 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

Education in the City and County of Swansea 13

Page 14: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Sen Course For Nqts

Teitl y cwrs :

Aaa Cwrs Y Athrawon Newydd Gymwysedig

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

30

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Inclusion what does it mean?

Who's who in Swansea?

How to refer?

This is a day course.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Event Number : 1BCALN728

22-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

One Day

14 Education in the City and County of Swansea

Page 15: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Teaching Pupils With Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia)

Teitl y cwrs :

Dysgu Disgyblion Ag Anawsterau Dysgu Penodol (Dyslecsia)

Swansea Metropolitan University

Mount Pleasant

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

20

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

On successful completion of three assignments the candidate will gain 3 units towards

the Diploma of Professional Development in Education (DPDE). In addition,

following a practical supervised teaching element, completed with the candidate's own

student, BDA Approved Teacher status will be awarded.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Teachers will be able to address the needs of pupils with dyslexic difficulties by:-

early recognition;

detailed assessment;

multi-sensory, cumulative support.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

To provide candidates with expertise to work with pupils with dyslexic difficulties and

to receive accreditation on successful completion of 3 assignments.

To develop an understanding of the theoretical background and assessment techniques

in current use. It focuses on enabling teachers to differentiate classroom resources and

select appropriate strategies to support pupils with dyslexic difficulties.

This is a 10 day course.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Class/subject teachers, support teachers, SENCOs, Headteacher and deputy heads.

This is an accredited course of 3 modules.

Participants must be teachers with at least 2 years experience and be prepared to

undertake 3 practical assignments.

Event Number : 1BCALN730

11-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00

18-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00

01-Nov-2011 09:00 - 16:00

16-Nov-2011 09:00 - 16:00

24-Jan-2012 09:00 - 16:00

31-Jan-2012 09:00 - 16:00

24-Feb-2012 09:00 - 16:00

12-Mar-2012 09:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

10 Days

Education in the City and County of Swansea 15

Page 16: PDO Programme Booklet 2011/2012

bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Dyslexia

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion  Dyslecsia

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

16

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

This course aims to facilitate an understanding of the nature of specific learning

difficulties (dyslexia) and enable participants to support the learning of pupils with

dyslexia.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

On completion of this unit, participants will know and understand:-

The nature of SpLD (dyslexia) and its implications on pupils' learning;

How to support pupils with SpLD (dyslexia) in the classroom;

How to develop activities through the use of multi-sensory approaches.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Key issues relating to dyslexia;

Characteristics and range of difficulties;

A variety of approaches to learning - Auditory, visual, kinaesthetic;

Characteristics of a dyslexia friendly classroom;

Variety of programmes - structured, sequential, multi-sensory;

Use of IT and appropriate software.

The course is accredited by OCN. There is an expectation that participants complete

the assignments.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Target audience: Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in

all phases who have completed the core module and who have a teacher trained in

teaching pupils with dyslexia working in their school

Event Number : 1BCALN732

15-Sep-2011 09:00 - 12:00

29-Sep-2011 09:00 - 12:00

13-Oct-2011 09:00 - 12:00

02-Nov-2011 09:00 - 12:00

29-Nov-2011 09:00 - 12:00

08-Dec-2011 09:00 - 12:00

17-Jan-2012 09:00 - 12:00

31-Jan-2012 09:00 - 12:00

22-Feb-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

9 Sessions

16 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Developmental Coordination Disorder

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anhwylder Yn Natblygiad Y Cydsymud

Tba

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To understand what is meant by Development Co-ordination Disorder and to be able to

describe possible indicators.

To describe the potential implications for teaching and learning with regard to pupils

with DCD.

To describe a range of strategies which may be used with pupils with DCD.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To understand the definition and background of developmental co-ordination disorder,

the possible indicators and the implications for teaching and learning.

To develop a range of strategies to support pupils with DCD

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have an :

opportunity to learn about DCD, its causes and indicators

participate in the Primary Motor skills programme for Gross and Fine motor skills.

to use the Secondary CD ROM that has been developed

strategies to support learning

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and Secondary Associate staff who support pupils with Special Educational

Needs in all phases who have completed the core module.

There is also an invitation to teaching staff who have not had any DCD training to

attend.

Event Number : 1BCALN733

21-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

Education in the City and County of Swansea 17

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Teaching Pupils With Speech, Language And Communication Difficulties In

Mainstream

Teitl y cwrs :

Dysgu Disgyblion Ag Anawsterau Lleferydd, Iaith A Chyfathrebu Yn Y Brif Ffrwd

Swansea Metropolitan University

Mount Pleasant

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

20

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Huw Beynon & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

By participating in discussions, paired and group work, teachers will be able to:

identify a range of speech and language difficulties;

make an assessment of a pupil's speech and language difficulties;

review the teaching/learning process in construction of IEPs;

use different materials and strategies to support a pupil with speech and language

difficulties;

use a range of specific assessment tools;

construct a speech and language profile;

develop and use materials for a named pupil.

On successful completion of 3 assignments candidates will gain a Graduate Certificate

of Professional Development in Education.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Teachers will increase their confidence in:

identifying and assessing a range of speech and language and communication

difficulties;

selecting and using appropriate materials and strategies to provide effective support;

extending expertise in using specific assessment tools and drawing inferences.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

To develop expertise in identification and assessment of speech, language and

communication difficulties.

To develop expertise in meeting the needs of pupils with speech, language and

communication difficulties.

To review and develop specific strategies and materials to support pupils with speech,

language and communication difficulties.

This is an nine day course.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Class/subject teachers, support teachers, SENCOs in mainstream schools

(ACCREDITED COURSE 3 MODULES)

LSAs may attend if they have obtained a degree.

Event Number : 1BCALN735

05-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00

19-Oct-2011 09:00 - 16:00

09-Nov-2011 09:00 - 16:00

25-Jan-2012 09:00 - 16:00

08-Feb-2012 09:00 - 16:00

14-Mar-2012 09:00 - 16:00

02-May-2012 09:00 - 16:00

06-Jun-2012 09:00 - 16:00

27-Jun-2012 09:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

9 Days

18 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Implementing And Managing The Sen Code Of Practice

Teitl y cwrs :

Rhoi Côd Ymarfer Aaa Ar Waith A'I Reoli

Tba

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

20

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To enable participants to become familiar with:

The historical context for SEN

An overview of current legislation.

The requirements of SEN Code of Practice for Wales

The roles and responsibilities of the SENCO including:

Developing effective inclusion for pupils with SEN

Assessment and identification of pupil's needs

Implementing Individual Education Plans

Recording pupil progress

Pupil participation

Working in partnership

Strategies for support

On successful completion of two assignments candidates will gain two modules

towards a Graduate Diploma.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Teachers will be able to

Comment critically on practices and procedures necessary to fulfil the managerial role

of the SENCO as described in the SEN Code of Practice for Wales

Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of the implementation of Code of

Practice

Evaluate their own experiences and compare and contrast practice in their own and

other schools

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

To enable participants to pay due regard to and to implement the requirements of the

SEN Code of Practice for Wales in order to meet the needs of pupils who have SEN

To equip participants with the knowledge and skills to fulfil the role of SENCO as laid

down in the SEN Code of Practice for Wales

This course runs over 6 days.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs, Inclusion managers, aspiring SENCOs and support teachers considering

further professional development

ACCREDITED COURSE 2 MODULES

DELEGATES WILL NEED TO BRING WITH THEM ON DAY ONE A PASSPORT

PHOTOGRAPH AND A COPY OF THEIR DEGREE CERTIFICATE.

Event Number : 1BCALN736

20-Oct-2011 09:00 - 15:00

09-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:00

01-Dec-2011 09:00 - 15:00

19-Jan-2012 09:00 - 15:00

07-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

15-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

6 Days

Education in the City and County of Swansea 19

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Teaching Pupils With Autism And Autistic Spectrum Disorders

Teitl y cwrs :

Dysgu Disgyblion Ag Awtistiaeth Ac Anhwylderau Sbectrwm Awtistig

Swansea Metropolitan University

Mount Pleasant

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

20

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To enable teachers to work effectively with children or young people who have the

label 'Autistic' or who display behaviour associated with autistic spectrum disorders.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To enable participants to become familiar with:-

the nature of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD)

the implications of the triad of impairments

effective strategies to support pupils with ADS

working in partnership

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Topics include:-

an understanding of the characteristics associated with ASD

the triad of impairment and its implications for learning

the relationship between behaviour and the triad of impariments

a range of strategies for effective assessment teaching and learning

Evaluate their own experiences and compare and contrast practice in their own and

other schools.

On successful completion of two assignments candidates will gain two modules

towards a Graduate Diploma.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Class/subject teachers, support teachers, SENCOs in mainstream schools

ACCREDITED COURSE 2 MODULES

DELEGATES WILL NEED TO BRING WITH THEM ON DAY ONE A PASSPORT

PHOTOGRAPH AND A COPY OF THEIR DEGREE CERTIFICATE.

Event Number : 1BCALN737

19-Oct-2011 09:00 - 15:00

22-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:00

06-Dec-2011 09:00 - 15:00

12-Jan-2012 09:00 - 15:00

23-Feb-2012 09:00 - 15:00

14-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

6 Days

20 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - An Introductory

Course

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Cwrs

Rhagarweiniol

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Provide the basic principles of supporting pupils with special educational needs in a

variety of settings.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Participants will have an awareness of:

The key landmarks and legislation in the development of special educational provision.

The range and continuum of the 'Special Educational Needs' that may be encountered

in the educational environment.

Ways in which pupils with special educational needs can be supported in accessing the

curriculum and life of the school.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Topics covered will include:-

Role of Teaching Assistants

Historical context

Educational Inclusion

Nature of SEN

Disability Discrimination

SEN Code of Practice

Graduated Response

Role of the Senco

Individual Education Plans

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and secondary associate staff

Event Number : 1BCALN738

13-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

28-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

2 Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 21

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Social, Emotional And Behavioural

Difficulties

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anawsterau Cymdeithasol, Emosiynol Ac

Ymddygiad

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

This course aims to inform participants of the nature of social, emotional and

behavioural difficulties (SEBD) and offer a range of strategies to support pupils with

SEBD.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

On completion of this unit the participants will know and understand:

The nature of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties

Some of the underlying reasons why SEBD might occur

Effective strategies in supporting pupils with SEBD

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Course to cover: -

The key indicators of SEBD

Factors that impact on behaviour

A range of strategies to assist them in supporting pupils with SEBD

Effective use of Circle Time

This course is run over a day and a half.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases and

have completed the core module

Event Number : 1BCALN739

20-Mar-2012 09:00 - 15:00

29-Mar-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

A Day And A Half

22 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Developmental Coordination Disorder

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anhwylder Yn Natblygiad Y Cydsymud

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To understand what is meant by Development Co-ordination Disorder and to be able to

describe possible indicators.

To describe the potential implications for teaching and learning with regard to pupils

with DCD.

To describe a range of strategies which may be used with pupils with DCD.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To understand the definition and background of developmental co-ordination disorder,

the possible indicators and the implications for teaching and learning.

To develop a range of strategies to support pupils with DCD

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have an :

opportunity to learn about DCD, its causes and indicators

participate in the Primary Motor skills programme for Gross and Fine motor skills.

to use the Secondary CD ROM that has been developed

strategies to support learning

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and Secondary Associate staff who support pupils with Special Educational

Needs in all phases who have completed the core module.

There is also an invitation to teaching staff who have not had any DCD training to

attend.

Event Number : 1BPALN740

01-Feb-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

Education in the City and County of Swansea 23

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Developmental Coordination Disorder

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anhwylder Yn Natblygiad Y Cydsymud

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To understand what is meant by Development Co-ordination Disorder and to be able to

describe possible indicators.

To describe the potential implications for teaching and learning with regard to pupils

with DCD.

To describe a range of strategies which may be used with pupils with DCD.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To understand the definition and background of developmental co-ordination disorder,

the possible indicators and the implications for teaching and learning.

To develop a range of strategies to support pupils with DCD

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have an :

opportunity to learn about DCD, its causes and indicators

participate in the Primary Motor skills programme for Gross and Fine motor skills.

to use the Secondary CD ROM that has been developed

strategies to support learning

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and Secondary Associate staff who support pupils with Special Educational

Needs in all phases who have completed the core module.

There is also an invitation to teaching staff who have not had any DCD training to

attend.

Event Number : 1BSALN741

07-Feb-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

24 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Speech, Language And Communication

Difficulties

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anawsterau Lleferydd, Iaith A Chyfathrebu

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

This course aims to inform participants of the nature of speech and language

difficulties and to offer a range of strategies to support pupils with speech and language

difficulties.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

On completion of this unit, the participant will know and understand:

The key skills necessary to effective communication;

The range and types of speech and language difficulties;

Effective strategies in supporting pupils with speech and language

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have an awareness of:-

The key skills necessary for effective communication;

Particular speech and language difficulties experienced by a pupil they are supporting;

A range of strategies to use with pupils they are supporting

Speech and Language difficulties

This course is run over a day and a half.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases who

have completed the core module

Event Number : 1BCALN742

24-Jan-2012 09:00 - 15:00

08-Feb-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Day And A Half Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 25

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anhwylderau Sbectrwm Awtistig

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To facilitate a greater understanding of the range and nature of Autism Spectrum

Disorder and enable participants to explore strategies for supporting pupils with

Autism / Asperger's Syndrome in the school.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

On completion of this unit, participants will know and understand:

The range and nature of Autistic Spectrum Disorder

The implications and the triad of impairment.

A variety of strategies to support pupils with Autism / Asperger's Syndrome.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have an awareness of :-

The range of difficulties experienced by pupils with Autism / Asperger's Syndrome.

Possible cause of inappropriate behaviour.

Triad of Impairment.

Strategies to support pupils with Autism / Asperger's Syndrome.

This course is run over a day and a half.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in all phases who

have completed the core module.

Event Number : 1BCALN743

21-Feb-2012 09:00 - 15:00

05-Mar-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Day And A Half Course

26 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN744A

27-Feb-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 27

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN745B

28-Feb-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

28 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance on issues that affect the

management of Special Educational Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The termly meetings will focus on enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively

in the light of any recent legislation and guidance.

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Welsh Schools are invited to attend with Group C..

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BPALN746C

29-Feb-2012 09:00 - 12:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half Day Course

Education in the City and County of Swansea 29

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meetings For Sencos - Secondary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Gydlynwyr Aaa - Uwchradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To update SENCOs on current legislation and guidance and on national and local

issues affecting management of Special Education Needs.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

The meetings will focus on:

Enabling SENCOs to carry out their role effectively in light of any recent legislation

and guidance.

Linking practice to LEA strategy

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

SENCOs will have the opportunity

To reflect on their practice

To share good practice

The opportunity to discuss their role with other SENCOs

To receive updated and relevant information.

This is a one day course.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

SENCOs and assistant SENCOs

A programme will be sent to SENCOs prior to the meeting.

City and County of Swansea schools only.

Event Number : 1BSALN747

29-Feb-2012 09:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

30 Education in the City and County of Swansea

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BCALN748A

27-Feb-2012 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

Education in the City and County of Swansea 31

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BCALN749B

28-Feb-2012 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Network Meeting For Support Teachers - Primary

Teitl y cwrs :

Cyfarfod Rhwydwaith I Athrawon - Cynradd

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To consider a range of strategies which may be employed by support teachers /

Teaching Assistants working with pupils who have SEN.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Continued updating of a range of strategies to support learning.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Participants will have the opportunity

To share good practice.

To opportunity to discuss their role with others.

To receive updated and relevant information.

To learn about a range of strategies to support.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Support Teachers in partner schools for:

Group A - Penyrheol, Pontarddulais, Gowerton, Gwyr,

Bishop Vaughan RC

Group B - Dylan Thomas, Cefn Hengoed, Daniel James,

Pentrehafod, Bryntawe

Group C - Bishopston, Bishop Gore, Olchfa, Morriston,

Birchgrove

Event Number : 1BCALN750C

29-Feb-2012 13:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Half A Day

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Sen For Mainstream Class Teachers

Teitl y cwrs :Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Event Number : 1BCALN751

09-Feb-2012 09:00 - 16:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

1 Day

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Associate Staff - Supporting Pupils With Special Educational Needs - An Introductory

Course

Teitl y cwrs :

Staff Cysylltiol - Cefnogi Disgyblion Ag Anghenion Addysgol Arbennig - Cwrs

Rhagarweiniol

Danycoed House

Huntington Close

West Cross

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

25

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Cheryl Jones & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

Provide the basic principles of supporting pupils with special educational needs in a

variety of settings.

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

Participants will have an awareness of:

The key landmarks and legislation in the development of special educational provision.

The range and continuum of the 'Special Educational Needs' that may be encountered

in the educational environment.

Ways in which pupils with special educational needs can be supported in accessing the

curriculum and life of the school.

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

Topics covered will include:-

Role of Teaching Assistants

Historical context

Educational Inclusion

Nature of SEN

Disability Discrimination

SEN Code of Practice

Graduated Response

Role of the Senco

Individual Education Plans

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Primary and secondary associate staff

Event Number : 1BCALN749

10-Jan-2012 09:00 - 15:00

25-Jan-2012 09:00 - 15:00

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

2 Day Course

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bcdVenue / Lleoliad Course title :

Makaton Introductory Workshop

Teitl y cwrs :

Gweithdy Rhagarweiniol Makaton

Bryn Tawe

Heol Gwyrosydd

Penlan

Swansea

Maximum Number / Mwyafrif

15

Course organiser and provider / Trefnydd a darparwr y cwrs

Claire Watson & City and County of Swansea

Minimum Number / Lleiafrif

8

Learning objectives / Amcanion dysgu :

To understand the use of sign and symbols in supporting communication.

To use practical strategies for the implementation of Makaton signs and symbols

Desired Outcome / Canlyniadau disgwyliedig :

To be able to use Makaton signs to communicate with pupils

To be able to use Makaton symbols in a range of contexts

Course outline / Amlinelliad y cwrs :

To enable participants to communicate using Makaton signs and/or symbols with

pupils with communication and learning difficulties.

This course runs for a day and a half.

Target Audience / Grwp Targed :

Teachers and Associate Staff who support pupils with Special Educational Needs in the

Primary or Secondary phase.

Event Number : 1BCALN752

14-Nov-2011 09:00 - 15:45

05-Dec-2011 09:00 - 15:45

Duration of Course / Hyd y Cwrs

Day And A Half - Follow Up Day In

Summer Term

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