SEND - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Embracing Potential - Down Syndrome
What is Down syndrome? Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect children’s physical and developmental characteristics. But with the right support, students with Down Syndrome can thrive in mainstream education. This course will help you understand Down Syndrome and its impact on how children learn. Complete it to start creating a more inclusive classroom where every student can learn and grow.
Learning outcomes:
- Describe what Down syndrome is and the different types, so you can increase understanding of the condition
- Recognise the common traits, strengths, and health considerations associated with Down syndrome, so you can understand how these affect learning
- Identify practical strategies that support learners with Down syndrome, to create a more inclusive environment
What you will learn
Who is this course for
Children with Down syndrome require support in order to achieve a successful, fulfilling education. This school-specific course will help you understand Down Syndrome and its impact on how children learn. You’ll explore the common traits, strengths, and health considerations associated with Down Syndrome. You'll also get practical strategies to support communication, behaviour, and participation.
This course will benefit anyone keen to support learners with Down syndrome. Discovering how Down syndrome affects learning will help you prepare your classroom and teaching practices to meet their needs.
Peace of mind with testing
This course also has an assessment at the end which allows learners to test their understanding and helps businesses demonstrate a level of competence in the topic.
Accessibility
Everyone has the right to learn and learner need can vary depending on environment or disabilities. To support this diversity, we provide transcripts so people have text options for media, alongside subtitles for all videos.
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Learning Management System
A completely free Learning Management System when you buy the iAM Compliant Tool.