Debating Special and Inclusive Education

Code

EDUC4084

School

Education

Level

4

Credits

30

Semesters

Autumn UK

Summary

This module will explore key issues concerning the field of special and inclusive education:
 

• definitions of special needs and inclusion
• global perspectives on diversity and access to equality of educational opportunities
• theoretical approaches to special needs/inclusion and models of disability
• understanding prevalence of need and issues concerning classification and assessment
• exploring the impact of policy on practice and equality of opportunity
• examining the evidence on effectiveness of different types of educational settings e.g. mainstream, resource base and special provision
• pedagogy 
• balancing equity and choice through collaborative and ethical problem solving

Target Students

Available to MA Special and Inclusive Education students students only.

Classes

This module is taught through a series of seminars.

Assessment

• 100% Coursework: 6,000 words or equivalent.

Assessed by end of autumn semester

Educational Aims

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding 
On successful completion of the module, students will have knowledge and understanding of: 
 

the broader context of researching special and inclusive education  

issues concerning the identification and assessment of special educational needs. 

Intellectual Skills 
On successful completion of the module, students will have intellectual skills in: 
 

employing written and oral communication skills with greater proficiency and confidence  

understanding and critiquing theory and research evidence in the area of special and inclusive education. 

Professional Practical Skills 
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to: 
 

consider collaborative approaches to working with colleagues, parents and agencies  

understand the implications of assessment and contribute to whole school policy in the area of special and inclusive education. 

Transferable Skills 
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to: 
 

construct effective written and oral arguments  

plan for change at individual, group and organisational level 

Conveners

• Mrs Sophie Potter