Publisher's Synopsis
This critical and timely guide equips practitioners, teachers, and educators across all age phases with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively address the speech, language, and communication (SLC) needs of children and young people. Approximately 1.9 million children in this country (1 in 5 pupils) are behind with talking and understanding words, with rising delays in speech and language development. This book, therefore, aims to provide readers with essential knowledge about key SLC needs in children and young people, serving as an accessible resource that draws on expert insights to support busy practitioners. It links theory to practical aspects of pedagogy, guiding readers to explore the range of factors influencing specific areas of SLC. This text is written and edited by a multi-disciplinary team, passionate about speech, language and communication skills and the impact these have on transforming outcomes and the quality of life for pupils. The content covers sociological, educational and medical perspectives, encouraging critical thinking and offering a range of case studies that illustrate key strategies and real-world applications, as well as signposting practical resources and sources of further support. There is also a useful glossary of terms created to ensure the use of accessible language.
