Sarah McLoughlin

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

@KilroyShauna This is a really nice article Shauna! It’s good to read about the real life experiences of what makes an effective teacher/SNA relationship. Thanks for sharing!

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

@sineadmcnulty4 Love this image Sinead! It really demonstrates the necessary elements of an effective working relationship #si401

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

Many of the points made in this article about building an effective co-teaching relationship relates well to working with an SNA, including setting aside time to prepare together, ensuring both partners feel valued and, communicating effectively at all times. #si401 (4/4)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

An SNA is a hugely valuable resource in the class for us as student teachers and future NQTs. They have already built a strong relationship with children and have expertise and knowledge of certain children that we may not. #si401 (1/4)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

These complementary strengths can result in a hugely effective partnership between a teacher and an SNA, as seen in Plossel et al. (2010), which @RobynKenny5 , @MurrayAiveen and I presented to our year group for our #si401 assignment. (3/4)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

@amycollins1996 @AoifeCulleton This is a really nice article Amy! Thanks for sharing! It's so important that children can see themselves represented throughout the classroom, for example in our lesson resources. This can be hugely beneficial for students to feel included and part of the classroom community!

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

Some rules or procedures may need to be 'bent' or adapted to suit specific incidents. This requires us to know our students and where they are coming from and use this to make decisions with their best interests in mind. #si401 (2/2)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

"Like any good willow tree, you must bend in the breeze"

This quote resonated with me as it emphasises the need for flexibility in inclusive practice. Teachers should make decisions with empathy and consider particular situations and contexts of some students #si401 (1/2)

[Aisling @aisling_molloy9]

"Teachers need to understand the community they serve" (ISLDN)
As teachers we must understand, respect, build relationships with and seek to improve the community we are teaching in
#socialjustice #si401

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

We as future teachers, need to act as a social justice leaders and be ready to promote practice that breaks down these inequities in our classrooms, schools and even within the system as a whole. #si401 (3/3)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

The definition of inclusion is often debated by many depending on perspective and context. In this week’s #si401 lecture, we looked at inclusion through a social justice lens. (1/3)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

Teachers are not only responsible for including children with diagnosed needs or learning difficulties. We also are responsible for breaking down barriers and inequities to ensure every child from whatever background or circumstances is included and cared for. #si401 (2/3)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

This is such an important point from @OGara_Samantha! Teachers need to build trusting and respectful relationships with their students. This can help build a positive classroom atmosphere and inform our teaching to make learning more relevant to them. #si401

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

@Emma_Kerr1998 This is a really helpful article Emma! I like how it emphasises that students are not coming to school as blank slates but come from particular cultures and communities that we need to be aware of to ensure our classrooms are fully inclusive and our teaching is relevant. #si401

[Rebecca Lawless @Rebecca_SIE401]

An excellent achievement for the girls. In creating this informative, useful booklet as student teachers they have proven that you don't need to be in a position of power to lead change. The booklet was made available for download today on the HADD Ireland website #SI401

[Miss G. @miss_gober]

Check out these awesome online resources for teachers looking to incorporate inclusion in their classrooms!
https://t.co/b10uT0bQae

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

This is a really nice quote! Our attitude towards inclusion permeates all our actions as teachers. We need to make sure this is a positive one promoting the normalisation and acceptance of differences. #si401

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

@RobynKenny5 I completely agree Robyn! On placement, we can become preoccupied with our teaching rather than our students' learning. We need to remember to take the time to reflect, critique and alter our practice accordingly. Reflection is useless without action! #si401

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

This blog has some other interesting articles about differentiation and playing to student strengths that might be useful for my fellow #si401 students! (3/3)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

A common point from all our lesson reflections in our #si401 lecture was the importance of incorporating student interests into our lessons. Students need to not only know what they are learning but why they are learning this. (1/3)

[Sarah McLoughlin @sarahmc1996]

By giving the students this freedom and choice, it can lead to a much more inclusive environment. This article has some nice ideas on why and how we can appropriately incorporate student choice and interests into our lessons. #si401 (2/3)

https://t.co/YpZTKXaSuW