Primary special needs and the national curriculum

"This new edition of Ann Lewis's widely acclaimed text has been substantially revised and updated to take into account the recent revisions to the National Curriculum and the guidance of the Code of Practice. It provides an analysis of the issues and practicalities of implementing the National Curriculum at primary school level; an exploration of the main trends concerning the education of children with learning difficulties; and guidelines on safeguarding a broad curriculum, assessing children's learning and helping all children to gain access to the National Curriculum. Related issues, such as the grouping of children, the role of the special needs coordinator, resources, record keeping and the legal position, are also examined. These areas are explored in the light of classroom practice, evidence about the impact of the National Curriculum to date, wider research evidence and policy analysis."
"This new edition of Ann Lewis's widely acclaimed book has been substantially revised and updated to take into account the recent changes to the National Curriculum and the implications of the Code of Practice for primary teachers."@en