Introduction
Definitions of reflection and the reflective practitioner
Ways to Reflect: The Reflective Account
Ways to Reflect: The Professional Dialogue
Final comments
1. Basic principles underlying pupil development and learning
Intellectual and cognitive skills
Language and communication skills
Social and emotional skills
Specific skills and abilities
2. Learning support strategies
Learning support strategies as a way to promote effective learning
Specific skills
Strategies to use
Summary
3. Creating an optimal learning environment
Barriers to effective learning
In search of an optimal learning environment
Learning preferences
Summary
4. Pupils with Additional Needs
Inclusion
Terminology
Autism Spectrum
Dyslexia
Developmental Coordination Disorder
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties
Sensory Impairment
English as an Additional Language
Care Experienced Children
Mental Health and Well-being
Putting it all together
5. Behaviour for Learning
Introduction
Strategies to promote good behaviour
Summary
6. Establishing Positive Relationships with Pupils and Colleagues
Introduction
Basic Principles of Effective Communication with Pupils
Techniques of Active Listening
Pupil Voice, Agency and Co-production
Working with Groups
Staff Wellbeing
What does a collaborative relationship look like?
7. Self-Esteem, Motivation and Independent Learners
Self-esteem and self-concept
Factors that Affect the Development of Self-Esteem and Self-Concept
Strategies that will enhance self-esteem
Praise and self-esteem
The Relationship Between Self-Esteem and Achievement
Motivation
Factors that promote independence: developing autonomy
