Ron Sergejev has 35 years experience in secondary schools in North London and Hertfordshire, many of them spent senior leadership positions. He currently works at Middlesex University as a Programme Leader for various Masters programmes and is also module leader for some undergraduate programmes and Initial Teacher Training.
The Learning Differences online course develops the student’s knowledge and understanding of a range of learning needs while giving you the opportunity to focus further on needs that may be particularly relevant to their setting.
The Learning Differences module will equip the student with a working knowledge of how current research, narratives on learning needs, and legislation around SEND apply to their setting. It presents an opportunity for the student to evaluate how well they and others understand these principles and to consider how to lead their setting in applying an effective and ethical narrative in relation to learning differences.
On completion of this module, the successful student will be able to:
On completion of this module, the successful student will be able to:
Start the module at a time of the year that suits you – October, February or June.
Cohorts begin in February, June, or October.
Book and enrol before 15 June to join our next cohort.
The Learning Difference online module is composed of five strands: an Introduction Strand, followed by three content strands, and finally a Submissions Strand.
The three content strands are designed to support the learner through the subject area:
Each strand comprises a sequence of practice led learning experiences.
Assessment is through three coursework assignments covering the learning outcomes and will consist of the following (numbers in brackets refer to learning outcomes assessed):
Perspectives on learning differences: How policy, practice and pupil experience and achievement are affected by different approaches to inclusion
Provision and intervention: Write a critical review of how an identified learning difference is understood, managed, monitored and provided for in your setting and a plan for practice development.
Reflections on the impact of this module: A review of knowledge gained, perspectives changed and leadership skills developed.
You will need one to take this module.
You will get the most out of this module if you work in an education setting with children, young people or adults.
You will need to get written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We will show you the best way to do this, enabling you to carry out our learning activities in your chosen setting.
As part of this process, you will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Visit GOV.UK for more information.
This course is available online and can therefore be completed anywhere in the world. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
Speak to us (01273 358080) or make a booking.
Cohorts begin in February, June, or October.
Book and enrol before 15 June to join our next cohort.
Please note: as it takes time to process your application and payment, we strongly recommend to register as soon as possible, so that you don’t miss the next intake.
Our Programme Prospectus will provide you with additional information on M-level practice-led learning modules in Leading Inclusive Education.