Course Description

Sensory Processing Disorder or Sensory Integration Challenges describe a difference in the way that some individual's senses are processed by the brain. This can cause a range of challenges for a student in a classroom/school environment. The bulk of these challenges can appear as difficult behaviours exhibited by a student and will often be handled in a way that is not conducive to student learning and wellbeing. Additionally, these issues can be disruptive to the overall running of the classroom.

This course provides an in-depth understanding of this condition, including the symptoms and behaviours associated with it, with a particular focus on how this presents in a classroom/school setting. It is vital that teachers are aware of what SPD or SI is and understand the various strategies and tools that can address some of these challenges. This course also provides a foundation for appreciating that prevention is the best strategy for SPD and providing a Positive Learning Environment is best practise for all students.

Audience

Targeted to teachers and others who will be in contact with students who have SPD.

Teaching Standards

1.6.2 Proficient Level - Know students and how they learn - Strategies to support full participation of students with disability:  Design and implement teaching activities that support the participation and learning of students with disability and address relevant policy and legislative requirements

4.1.2 Proficient Level - Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments - Support student participation:  Establish and implement inclusive and positive interactions to engage and support all students in classroom activities

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