We are all different. Every child in every class in every school in
the land is different. And yet we have a 'one size fits all'
curriculum that everyone must follow. How can we best deal with
this apparent anomaly, in order to provide meaningful learning
experiences for all students? Teachers are now discouraged from
grouping children according to abilities - inclusion is the
buzzword. So radical solutions are needed to help all children
learn within a group, whatever their personal and academic needs,
and whatever their social background. This book analyses the issues
surrounding the world of difference we see in schools today. It
unpacks the elements of diversity - personality, intelligence,
styles of learning and communicating, social class, gender, race,
culture, ethnicity, learning difficulties, disabilities, views and
values - and suggests practical strategies to make teachers' lives
easier and their students' study less stressful. All children need
personal skills, particularly communication and co-operation
skills, in order to cope with learning within their own context and
at their own level. This book considers how such key skills emerge
from the interaction of physical, mental, emotional and social
development, and suggests initiatives such as 'The Critical Skills
Programme' and the 'Communication Opportunity Group Scheme' to give
students from every background more chances to talk, think, express
feelings and share views. A comprehensive overview of common
learning difficulties and medical conditions in children is also
provided - including characteristics of each condition, classroom
organization tips, and contact details of relevant support groups -
with the aim of helping educators further develop their management
of individuals and diverse groups. If you have an interest in
making education work - whether you are a teacher, teaching
assistant, school counsellor, social worker, therapist,
psychologist or other educator - 'A World of Difference' is for
you.
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