Inclusion Development Programme Primary and Secondary Supporting pupils on the Autism Spectrum.
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Inclusion Development Programme
Primary and Secondary
Supporting pupils on the Autism Spectrum
Introduction to the Inclusion Development ProgrammeThe aims of this programme on the autism spectrum are to :
Improve outcomes for pupils on the autism spectrum
Increase knowledge and understanding among professionals about the autism spectrum
Share good practice to enable professionals in mainstream schools to adjust policies, practices, procedures and curriculum to enable more pupils on the autism spectrum to benefit from a mainstream education
About the Inclusion Development ProgrammeThe IDP includes essential guidance for head teachers and leadership teams so it can be viewed in the context of other whole-school priorities.
The IDP is :
part of the Government’s strategy for children with SEN, outlined in Removing Barriers to Achievement (DfES/0117/2004);
a suite of materials aimed to support teaching staff to increase their knowledge and skills in working with children and young people with a range of SEN;
intended to support specialist advice and guidance.
Estimated prevalence rate of ASD in the UK
The indication from recent studies is that the figures cannot be precisely fixed, but a rate of around 1 in 100 is a best estimate of the prevalence in children.
[nas.org.uk July 2009]
Previously published IDP resources :
Dyslexia and speech, language and communication needsSpeech, language and communication needs: Guidance for practitioners in the Early Years Foundation Stage
Both these resources can be found at: www.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/nationalstrategies/inclusion/sen/idp
Today’s Objectives
Complete Self-Evaluation Checklist
Become familiar with IDP materials
Develop IDP Action Plan
Quick Guide to Contents on DVD(SNIP)
Guidance for facilitators, head teachers and leadership teams
Getting Started-Home Screen
What’s in it for me?
Navigation Features
Check what I knowSelf-Evaluation ChecklistRelates to all eight units
Asks questions to identify knowledge and adjustment to practice
Can be printed out or completed online
Intended to be used before and after completion of the programme
Activity
Complete either : Self-evaluation checklist
OR School Effectiveness Checklist Hard copies can be found in your packs and
both can be downloaded from RESOURCES on the DVD.
Bookmarks
Quickfind Tab
Quickfind Tab
Viewpoint
Resources Tab
Resources Tab
There are two filters :
Head teacher, leadership teams and facilitators Those working directly with pupils
Getting Started-Unit Menu
Reflective Journal
Unit Menu
1. What is the autism spectrum?
2.Social and emotional understanding
7. Curriculum priorities and inclusive practice
6. Know the Pupil
5. Sensory Perception and responses
4. Flexibility of thought and behaviour
3.Communication and language
8. Sources of support
Unit I :What is the autism spectrum?
In this unit you will learn that autism:
has a genetic and neurological basis develops within the first three years of life affects more boys than girls affects three key developmental areas – social
and emotional understanding, use of communication and language, and flexibility of thought
may affect sensory perception and responses affects pupils in different ways.
Overview of Learning Units
Unit 2 :Social & emotional understanding
Pupils on the autism spectrum have difficulty in understanding social behaviour & reading social & emotional cues
Typically, children develop social & emotional understanding from birth through interactions with others : children on the autism spectrum do not do this intuitively
Teaching social understanding is very challenging
Pupils on the autism spectrum have difficulties in reading & understanding another person’s perspective & may have difficulty understanding & communicating their own emotions
Unit 3: Communication & LanguagePupils with ASD may need help to communicate effectively – to
express themselves or understand others
Pupils may interpret written or spoken language literally-misunderstanding metaphors/similes/sarcasm/jokes
Pupils may use repetition/echolalia far longer than other children
Stress and anxiety are likely to increase communication difficulties – this may lead to challenging behaviour
Staff need to be able to communicate with these pupils in a variety of different ways
Unit 4: Flexibilty of thought and behaviourPupils with ASD may find it difficult to cope with changes to a
familiar routine- and to apply their skills in different settings
They may have problems with making choices/problem-solving/decision making
Pupils will need support to manage change – particularly transitions to new schools or classes
Unstructured times may lead to difficulties as pupils are unsure what to do
Special interests are excellent …………motivators for pupils with ASD
Unit 5: Sensory perceptions & responses
Pupils on the autism spectrum may perceive and respond to sensory information differently
They may be under-sensitive or over-sensitive
It is important to obtain a sensory profile for individual pupils
A sensory profile of the classroom and school can be created
Adjustments to classroom and school environments might be essential for some pupils.
Unit 6: Know the pupilPupils with ASD often have very uneven
profilesStaff need to know the pupil: knowledge about
the autism spectrum is not sufficient
Four main areas to assess
It is vital to find out about the pupil’s level of self-esteem and emotional well-being
The pupil, parents, carers and the staff need to be involved in creating the profile of strengths, interests and needs Staff can work with families to produce a passport for a pupil to share information.
Unit 7: Curriculum priorities and inclusive practice
Pupils with ASD may have difficulties in certain subject areas.
Pupils may have difficulty understanding instructions and may not let staff know this
Pre-tutoring can help pupils understand specific terms and rules of an activity before it happens
Reasonable adjustments should be made to help pupils adapt to different curriculum areas
Revision, homework and exam times can be particularly difficult for pupils with ASD and extra support should be provided
Inclusion in mainstream education can be extremely beneficial for pupils with ASD
Unit 8: Sources of support
There are several key elements of good school practice.
There are a number of people in school/external agencies who can support teaching staff and families
Effective communication is vital, especially between home and school
Consistency in communication systems for the pupils across all settings and staff is important
Self-advocacy for pupils should be encouraged
Good practice in ASD should be disseminated and evident across all classes and settings within school.
Staff need to carry out an audit of knowledge and skills to identify training needs across the school
Staff need to share knowledge of pupils and ASD with each other.
Can you find your way round the IDP?
Activity
IDP Action Plan
Timetable staff meeting time Download Power Point (from Learning Grid)Use your Learning Platform to give staff access to materialsLeadership teams to allocate time for staff to explore resourcesLink to Performance Management Make loan DVD available to parents and/or consider training for parents
Some suggestions: