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Introduction to Special Educational Needs

This two-day workshop will explain the clinical features of Dyslexia, ADHD/ADD, Autism, and  Oppositional Defiant Disorder empathically.  The workshop will examine ways of connecting with each student as a unique individual, providing support based on individual needs, and including every student in every aspect of school life. The workshop will also survey common learning and behavioural challenges, and evidence-informed strategies to manage and ameliorate these challenges effectively at the school, subject and individual teacher levels. These strategies will be explored through empathic and experiential hands-on activities, case studies and resources, and will prioritize classroom practicality.

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will be able to:

  • Identify and analyse distinctive characteristics of common developmental and learning disabilities and common misconceptions
  • advocate  for students with developmental/learning disabilities to be fully included in school life academically and socially
  • identify and analyse common challenges students with SEN might face and their possible causes
  • implement basic strategies and interventions to enable appropriate behaviour, socialization, inclusion, and enable student learning

Target Audience: Educators passionate about inclusive practices and Special Educational Needs

About the Presenter: 

Mr Simon Reynolds

Mr Simon Reynolds is a Senior Consultant at Principals Academy with expertise in curriculum development and implementation, pedagogy and assessment and special education. He was a deputy director at the Curriculum Planning and Development Division of the Ministry of Education for 11 years working on curriculum development and effective curriculum implementation through appropriate pedagogy and assessment. Currently, he consults on curriculum design, assessment, and evaluation for Special Education Schools, conducts teacher and parent training for mainstream schools and is as a part-time lecturer and practicum supervisor at the National Institute of Education. He also works on behavioural management and intervention. When time permits, he occasionally returns to the classroom as a relief teacher to keep connected to classroom realities. Mr Reynolds holds Masters Degrees in English Studies and Autism Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Analysis. 

Registration Details

Course Code: SR242525

Topic: Introduction to Special Educational Needs

Presenter(s): Mr Simon Reynolds, Principals Academy

Date(s): 24 - 25 November 2025

Time: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Venue: Orchard Hotel

Closing Date: 31 October 2025, Friday

Workshop Fee: S$490.00 per participant (subject to GST).

Please contact Joseph Loy by email at joseph@pai.sg or telephone: 6363 0330 if you require further information.

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