WEBINARS for November – Staying Strong in the time of Covid

 

 WEBINAR WORKSHOPS – Timing: Each session runs from 11am-1pm

Cost: Pay what you can afford

(£10 covers our admin costs)

New Covid-19 inspired series delivered by Colin and Elliot Newton, using the Zoom platform. What are you going through right now? What do you need to stay strong? We want to directly support and inform the adults and so indirectly benefit the children and young people with the greatest needs. Please share with anyone who might benefit… psychologists, trainees, teachers, SENCOs, Social workers, TAs, parents and carers and so on…

The webinars are focused on meeting the needs of the professionals and parents trying to support and include children and young people at this difficult time. Engage and learn in the comfort of your own setting as we explore a range of challenges. The content of the sessions will aim to allow safe sharing of experiences, provide fresh insights as well as practical strategies.  

The content will be based on this training course which is also available to you and your team on request

Dates are as follows…

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Inclusion and equity: the big challenge for education systems

Despite 25 years of international debate, there remains considerable confusion in the field as to what the idea of inclusive education means.

In some countries it is still seen as involving attempts to integrate disabled children into regular schools. Internationally, however, it is increasingly seen as a principle that supports and welcomes diversity amongst all learners. In this way, inclusion is seen as a means of improving education for all.

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5 Online Tutoring Secrets That Can Make a Difference

If you are a professional tutor, then its common knowledge between a circle of friends that inclusive education training or inclusive education, for that matter, is quite fruitful. Not only does it allow you to build up your confidence and strengthen your ability to teach students using diverse learning methods, but training for inclusive education or taking up inclusive education courses helps immensely throughout your tenure at a reputable institution. 

However, online tutoring can be tough and can be, at times, even more perplexing than managing challenging behaviour in the classroom or managing difficult behaviour. 

According to a recent study published by The Journal, the global K-12 online tutoring market is expected to reach $120.67 billion by 2021 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.75% from 2017-2021. 

In light of this information, let us take a quick look at some of the ways through which you can increase the velocity of learning within students and boost their confidence through high levels of engagement. 

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Avoid These 7 Common Homeschooling Mistakes

While homeschooling is a simple alternative to traditional schooling, it can be intimidating to either transition from schools, to actually start your child with homeschooling (even before considering public school). In fact, some parents may feel backed into a corner with no other options, while others look forward to homeschooling. 

Regardless, if you’re considering homeschooling your children, then steer clear of these 7 common mistakes made in this type of schooling, so that you can really invest in them.

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How to Improve Your Mental Health in Times of COVID-19?

The coronavirus disease has led to the temporary shutdown of learning institutions and businesses across the world. People are either working from home or waiting for health and government officials to give directions.

During this time, it’s normal to feel stressed and anxious. COVID-19 has changed our lifestyles completely. And all this happened rapidly. You need to manage your mental health as it is vital to your wellbeing. Apart from washing our hands, social distancing, and staying at home, there are a lot of things that we can do to improve our health in times of COVID-19. Here are some of the best tips that will help you cope with stress and anxiety during this period.

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Writing Skills Activities for Special Children

Children with special needs require someone to walk the extra mile to help them improve. Whether you’re a teacher or a parent, it’s your job to explore different options in helping these children learn more and acquire new skills. You need you to find the right tools, resources, and activities they could make use of. One of the things they need to work on is their writing skills.

We’ve decided to help you find the right way to help special children improve their writing. Below, you’ll find a list of useful writing skills activities for special children.  They’ll make it easier for them to work on their writing and become better at it every day.

Let’s take a closer look at each of the activities.

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Colin Newton

0115 955 6045

Doug Newton

dnewton123@ntlworld.com

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