Producing Learning Resources

Tuesday 15th February and Monday 14th March 2011

This two day seminar will focus on the production and use of learning resources for visually impaired students.

The first day will look at good practice for the production of Large Print and Braille resources at primary and secondary level. It will consider the principles and practice of how to modify both text and diagrams so that they become accessible to students. The sessions will cover:

-Understanding how visual impairment affects access to educational resources

-Production of high quality Large Print resources

-Production of high quality Braille resources

-Using IT to enhance resources

The second day will be an opportunity to see these resources in use in lessons and to focus on particular curriculum areas of interest e.g. science, PE and Maths etc. If you have attended the first day, you may bring a colleague for free to this second day.

When and Where?

Both days will be be held on 15th February and 14th March at the college in Worcester and will run from 9:30am until 3:00pm. For directions and a map click here.

Who should attend?

Teachers/Learning support assistants working with students in mainstream schools, adapting learning resources for students with a visual impairment.

How to Book

NCW is running the workshop on behalf of the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust. To book and for further details, return the faxback form below, or contact the Specialist Schools and Acadamies Trust by calling 020 7802 2300. Alternatively you can book by going to www.schoolsnetwork.org.uk/lpseminars reference SVN1012114. Delegate rate is £89.00 and includes lunch and course materials.

SSAT Booking Form
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