Teaching children with autism, aspergers and ADHD

Nina Stamelou graduated from the University of Ioannina with a Bachelor’s degree in ‘Philosophy, Education and Psychology’. Her love and passion for not only teaching children but understanding the diverse nature and uniqueness of each individual child took her towards the successful completion of a Master’s degree in ‘Inclusive Education and Special Educational Needs’ from the Manchester Metropolitan University. Her research centred on children with hearing impairments and how they are supported and included in a British mainstream primary school. Her desire to teach in the British educational system prompted her to stay there for 5 years and take every opportunity that the country provided her. Although, she has worked as a teacher in most levels of British education from kindergarten to college, she was attracted to Early Years’ classes. She has worked collaboratively as a member of EYFS team and Key Stage 1 in all areas of the curriculum for 3 years in a British public school. In 2015, she was evaluated as an outstanding EYFS teacher according to OFSTED requirements. She has extensive experience in Special Education as she has worked with and planned lessons for both autistic children and those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

It is a hands-on workshop designed for foreign language professionals in Greece - teachers at public and foreign language schools, private lessons teachers, directors of studies, school owners.

As a foreign language teacher you often work with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN). These children need additional support with their learning. During this course we are going to present useful information and strategies for teaching SEN children a foreign language. Also, we will provide techniques that will hopefully help overcome potential barriers through planning for individual children and adjust the curriculum based on their personal needs. We are going to offer SEN-friendly practical techniques that are designed to achieve an inclusive learning environment that provides equal opportunities. Teachers can motivate SEN pupils to learn a foreign language when they use appropriate learning styles and methods. In addition, using existing resources effectively plus employing alternative approaches can help SEN pupils to get the best learning outcome.

 Duration: 3 hours

Language of Delivery: English

Included in the fee:
• Participation in the workshop
• Certificate of Attendance
• Coffee Break