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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 6h

I really hope so Sue. My fear is that commercial (‘evidence-based’!) schemes, assessments etc are now baked in at so many levels that it will take a massive effort for school leaders, policy-makers etc to pursue more holistic approaches.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 6h

Also for the child & family. Disabled children, those with CF etc may find additional sessions inaccessible.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 6h

Fantastic!! ✨

Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 8h

🙄

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 8h

You’re welcome Jenny. That’s a super interesting perspective. I think lots of us are concerned that the (plausible) concept of ‘evidence-based’ practice is leading to an uncritical adoption of commercial schemes (eg phonics) at the expense of more child-centred approaches to T&L.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 9h

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 9h

Did you see this from #Biesta recently?

www.bera.ac.uk/blog/opening...

Opening the black box of evidence, urgently

The idea that education should be or become an evidence-based profession has been around for several decades and is still gaining in popularity in many countries around the world. The idea of...

www.bera.ac.uk

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 9h

Ooh, what are you seeing Christian? There are so many dodgy ‘evidence-based’ claims out there - eg that children can be assumed to be ‘cognitively similar’ 🙄😅

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Abs Ashley @ainokash.bsky.social · 1d

I'm so excited about this upcoming volume by @wardasworld.bsky.social and have asked my subject librarian to pre-order it. Farah's book works at the nexus of race, neurodiversity and culture to rethink speech language therapy practices.

www.routledge.com/White-System...

White System, Black Therapist: Racism, Resistance and Reimagining Speech Language Therapy

In this book, Warda Farah brings a fresh perspective to the field of Speech and Language Therapy, challenging traditional approaches and opening crucial conversations about race, culture, and neurodiv...

www.routledge.com

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 23h

Parents/carers who support children who can’t access learning in schools should also be involved imv. I worry that school staff are becoming de-skilled because a large cohort of children have been (un)intentionally taken off their class lists, eg due to poor SEND support.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 1d

Another brilliant resource ✨

Stickman Communications @stickmancomms.bsky.social · 1d

There are SO many conditions that can affect our ability to speak and make it harder - from conditions like TMJD which make moving the mouth painful, to strokes, to fatigue, to neurodivergence. But often what we need is similar: people to give us time to find our words - and listen to them.

difficulty speaking card with striped border and 2 stickmen having a chat, with text "I find speaking difficult. Please give me time to say what I want to say. I'll let you know if I need help with it."

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 1d

But is it #neuro-affirming?

I don’t think you can tell teachers to eg remove scaffolding ASAP without taking eg #autistic & other #neurodivergent authored theory & research into account 🤷‍♀️

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 1d

Today is the last chance to sign the petition to protect the rights of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Over 130,000 have signed. Will you help us with one final push before it closes at 23.59? #SEND #Disability

petition.parliament.uk/petit...

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 1d

Ugh. So sorry you & your d had this experience. Upsetting while it’s happening and then super tiring coming to terms with the ableism after the event. Hope SYW learns to do better at some stage.

Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 1d

Concerning not to see ref to reasonable adjustments.

The @autisticgirlsnet.bsky.social has a good list:

autisticgirlsnetwork.org/reasonable-a...

Also concerning that the author advocates for the withdrawal of scaffolding ASAP. This might not be safe, eg due to risk of #burnout.

#inclusion

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks for keeping us informed Ann 🙏

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 2d

The petition to protect the rights of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities closes TOMORROW. Please sign and share as widely as possible. Children with their own email address can sign.

www.saveourchildrensrights.o...

www.facebook.com/share/v/1Fe...

3,3 d. weergaven · 55 reacties | The Education Secretary, Bridget...

The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, speaking on BBC Newsnight yesterday, still wouldn’t commit to keeping the legal rights that children and young people with SEND rely on. The “change”...

www.facebook.com

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 2d

Looking forward to updates!

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 2d

Does the toolkit include #neuro-affirming T&L approaches, based on #autistic & other #neurodivergent authored theory & #EdRes?

#neurodiversity
#doubleempathy
#monotropism

Fab explainer here from @autisticrealms.bsky.social & @tanyaadkin.bsky.social ✨

autisticrealms.com/neuro-affirm...

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 2d

Fantastic! Thanks Ian!

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autisticgirlsnet.bsky.social @autisticgirlsnet.bsky.social · 2d

Dyslexia isn’t just about difficulties with reading or writing, it’s also about unique strengths in creativity, communication, and problem-solving. Understanding both sides helps us create environments where dyslexic learners can truly thrive. #DyslexiaAwareness

Dyslexia can be - Enhanced problem solving skills. Difficulties around reading & writing. Big picture thinking. Difficulties around maths & reading maths language. Strong narrative reasoning. Difficulty interpreting body language. Good at identifying patterns. Difficulty processing a string of instructions. Talented in oral communication. Organisation difficulties. Creative.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 3d

Great to see this!

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The Haven online school @thehavenonline.bsky.social · 3d

So much more than online learning, The Haven is a space where learning adapts, strengths shine, and every young person belongs. Read more about our approach on our blog - https://bit.ly/HavenApproach

The Haven is more than just a school, it’s a carefully crafted environment where.

Learning is tailored - Education is adapted to meet individual needs and preferences.
Strengths are nurtured - Talents and abilities are identified
and fostered.
Community is built - Learners connect with peers who understand and support them.
Wellbeing is prioritised - Emotional and mental health are valued alongside academic success. Individuality is celebrated - Learners are encouraged to be their authentic selves.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 3d

Great to see Prof Maggie Snowling advocate for interest-based approaches to teaching reading ✨

#neuro-affirming
#monotropism
#neurodiversity

NAPLIC @naplic.bsky.social · 3d

Strategies for reading in secondary.
Reading for enjoyment.
Need to keep motivation for decoding, think of games as well as morphology.
And for those with language needs, focus on language such as narrative and vocabulary.

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Isabelle Finn-Kelcey @isabellefk.bsky.social · 3d

Thanks for sharing. Very interesting!

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